Drivers Mate / Second Man
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Position Overview & Specifications
Mayflower Transport Ltd transport Static Caravans and Twin Unit Mobile Homes all over the UK. Due to continued expansion we are currently recruiting for a Driver's Mate / Second Man. The duties of the role are as follows:
- Have an awareness of health and safety issues, read and comply with the company’s latest Health & Safety & Procedural Employee Manual (dated March 2013) and Company Handbook / Driver's Handbook.
- Wear PPE, i.e. Gloves, steel toe cap safety boots and fluorescent tabard must be worn at all times when loading and unloading.
- Assist the driver in cleaning the vehicle and carrying out minor repairs.
- Assist the driver in loading the lorry and unloading the lorry and be under the driver’s strict supervision at all times.
- Assist the driver in examining the vehicle before setting off, checking the load is safe and reporting any problems to the driver promptly.
- Making and receiving telephone calls to the office / suppliers / customers regarding deliveries, etc.
- Assist the driver in planning routes, navigating the journey and advising the driver about diversions and hazards throughout the journey.
- Assist the driver when parking or manoeuvring the lorry and load in tight spaces.
Additional skills required:
- Have a good level of general fitness and stamina.
- Be reliable and punctual.
- Be a confident map reader.
- Use common sense and have a responsible attitude.
- Have a polite attitude towards other road users.
- Have good customer service skills.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills for completing record sheets and paperwork.
- Good eyesight.
- Work well in a team.
- Maintain a good level of personal hygiene
Salary: Minimum Wage plus a Nights Out Subsistence Allowance of £20 per night (with up to a maximum of 5 nights away per week). This is a full time position with some weekend working required from time to time. Own transport to our yard at Folly Gate, Okehampton is essential. Although haulage experience is an advantage, full training will be given.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: Drivers Mate 26042023
Expected start date: 08/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Drivers Mate / Second Man roles across Mayflower Transport Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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