Terminal Operator

Job Req Number:  95990
Time Type: Full Time

Terminal Operator - Tug Driver

JOB PURPOSE / SUMMARY

The Warehouse Tug Driver’s role is to facilitate and ensure that all inbound and outbound trailers are safely located in the yard and driven to the loading bays for loading, unloading, ensuring that the brakes are on, trestles and chocks are used and execute all other tasks relating to warehouse tug operation in accordance with operational and health and safety procedures . Must be able to follow standard operating procedures and work in a methodical and safe driving manner and follow onsite speed limits

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, the warehouse tug driver has overall accountability for tug operations which include, locating trailers, driving, reversing onto loading bays, using trestles and chocks, opening and closing doors and securing load seals, operating Manual Handling Equipment as required and minimizing any losses and damages during these processes.

Complete all tasks with a high degree of accuracy to ensure and maintain organisation standards. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, health and environment procedures. Maintain a safe working environment within the Warehouse and Yard reporting any incidents or accidents immediately to the relevant manager

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To 'locate’ the trailers in the yard and carry out relevant task for trailer.
• To drive around the site in a safe manner following the traffic flow and site speed limits.
• To ensure quality and accuracy whilst performing any operation.
• To perform all other duties as reasonably required that are consistent with both training and experience.
• Health and safety – to be fully compliant with all health and safety requirements including warehouse procedures, PPE and house-keeping.
• To complete the pre and post use inspections on the workplace transport and report any malfunction or damage to ensure that the work place transfer is in good working order at all times

What can we offer you?

• Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.
• Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally. Please click on link** at the bottom of the page for further details on how DSV is working towards these targets.
• Be part of a company that has strong company values, to find out more about DSV, including our Values, click the link at the bottom of the page***.
• In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
• WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
• Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
• Eyecare Voucher Scheme

DSV Careers

If you want to know a bit about DSV Careers, please see below****

Links:

Link* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QJLhUSBN_0

Link** - https://www.dsv.com/en/sustainability-esg

Link*** - https://www.dsv.com/en/about-dsv

Link**** - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnMpG10Po3w

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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