Truck Drivers

Truck Drivers drive heavy trucks, removal vans, tankers and tow trucks to transport bulky goods and liquids.

What the job involves

• Manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading

• Loading and unloading vehicles using lifting and tipping devices

• Observing safety requirements when loading and unloading vehicles

• Making regular quality checks of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely

• Estimating weights to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight

• Ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage

• Verifying loading documents, checking condition of goods and obtaining certification of deliveries