Sample Collection Driver- Carlisle

About the Position

Basis: Temporary 6 month Contract
Hours Per Week: 30
Days Per Week: Monday to Friday
Closing Date: 4th July 2023

The position will be responsible for:

• Collection of samples from our clients’ sites as requested
• Deliver samples to Laboratory site in a reasonable time frame and in good condition
• Driving at all times in a safe and appropriate manner; always courteous to other road users
• Ensuring the temperature control of the vehicle’s fridge is maintained at all times
• Developing and maintaining a good professional relationship with staff at both client and ALS sites
• Maintaining a degree of flexibility on collection runs to allow for additional requests and traffic delays
• Carrying out monthly swabbing on company vehicles
• Maintaining a smart appearance of both driver and vehicle; project a positive public image of ALS •
• Ensuring that vehicle maintenance is upheld including tyres, oil, water and overall condition of the vehicle
• Completing paperwork in full and in a legible format
• Informing the Regional Transport Manager of any client issues or other pertinent Information

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A full clean driving licence
• Good adherence to the rules of the road and demonstrate excellent driver behaviour standards
• Ideally have previous experience in a similar role
• Have a good working knowledge of UK road networks
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be flexible and reliable
• Self-motivated, proactive, enthusiastic & friendly disposition
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to act upon information given and use initiative

Please address your cover letter and CV to recruitment.uk@alsglobal.com.