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This Night HGV Driver will report to the Logistics Transport Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Bury St. Edmunds office. You will be on a fixed term contract for 24 months.

You will attract a salary of £43,874 per annum and a bonus of 3%.

If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check

Close Date: 6th October 2026

We also provide the following additional benefits

• Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure PHYSICAL DELIVERY TO PLAN within a Logistics Team striving to add customer value whilst always reducing cost.

Operate company vehicles through the provision of a safe and efficient operation, delivering true value through a commitment to a 99% OTIF defined service level at the lowest possible cost.

Typical hours are 16:00 hours to midnight Monday to Thursday and 16:00 to 23:30 on a Friday.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct oneself to promote a positive image of the Logistics function and UK Power Networks in general demonstrating the Vision and Values of the company
• To deliver a range of materials to sites as directed by the DC management
• Ensure that delivery locations are maintained to the highest standards
• Where requested complete Cycle Counting to required accuracy standards
• Assist the DC team with any aspect of the operation from receipt of goods through to delivery to ensure OTIF is maintained.
• Facilitate with internal customers.
• Ensure high standard of safety and compliance with HSS Policies in all activities including:
• Ensure Point of Work assessments are completed in full daily.
• Follow current Road Transport Legislation, including EU regulations.
• Wear appropriate uniform and PPE where provided.
• Perform daily inspection on MHE and vehicles
• Report any defects to ensure that equipment is fit for purpose
• Safe loading and unloading using MHE
• Drive company vehicles
• Challenge others not following the correct or safest procedures
• Take care of your own health and safety and for others
• Report all near misses and deal with hazards to create a harm free workplace.
• Support Continuous Improvement Programme projects

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Team members are the assets of the organisation - adding value in the business, producing the bottom line. Main Responsibilities include:

• Participate in Mini-business meetings, ensuring clarity regarding work planned for the day, reviewing performance and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Apply visual management of QSCSP to ensure goal achievement, highlighting and addressing issues of concern.
• Conduct formal e.g. 3Qs, 5 Why's, Fishbone.
• Implement innovation to ensure continuous improvement of performance.
• Initiate and participate in Kaizen projects

Qualifications:

• HGV Class I or II Licence holder
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• Sub Station Entry (including First Aid)
• You will hold or attain a FLT Certificate.