HGV Class 2/ Installation Operative Job at Congleton CW a minute Full Time

Pulse Fitness has provided customised solutions to more than 30,000 leisure facilities in 30 countries across six continents, alongside private clubs, leisure centres, fitness centres, hotels, spas, rehabilitation centres, corporate gyms, universities, professional sports facilities and more. The range includes over 450 pieces of award-winning equipment. We cover everything which includes innovative cardiovascular, stylish strength machines, functional, free weights, plate loaded, high-performance group cycles and hi-tech gym management software.

*Job description*

Due to our continued success, we are looking for a self-motivated and committed team player in the role of HGV Class 2 Driver/ Installation Operative to join our Installation Team.

As a HGV Class 2 Driver/ Installation Operative you will provide safe, compliant, reliable and effective delivery and installation of our commercial fitness equipment nationwide. Training will be provided. You will be part of a team and on average, over a 12 month period, the job is 50% driving and 50% install.

You will be conscientious, hardworking, have good customer service skills and be prepared to travel the UK, including the occasional night away. Typically working a minimum 39hrs per week + overtime, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate must hold a full clean driving licence and HGV Class 2 licence.

_*An annual salary of £30,000 plus overtime and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.*_

_*Example of average earnings with over time is £32,000 to £40,000.*_

*Job Objective*

To motivate, inspire, enthuse and create a camaraderie between all installation team members.

When trained, to safely Pick, Load orders and Deliver – Install orders to sites using the Bar Codes and PDA’s.

The Installation Team will load, deliver, install and commission commercial fitness equipment throughout the UK (and Europe when required) leading to the completion of delivery of Pulse Fitness equipment including picking orders, accurately and safe loading of vehicles ensuring maximum utilisation of space and proper securing of load this includes organising and coordinating with the team.

This position scopes a wide range of duties including organising the warehouse when required and assisting on assembly, building commercial fitness equipment following standard procedures and fully testing all equipment and making sure that the machine is 100% defect free before signing off ready to be dispatched to the customer.

*Main Duties & Responsibilities*

*Installation duties and responsibilities:*

Efficiently and safely load commercial fitness equipment into Pulse delivery vehicles using the bar code scanners, ensuring the load is safe, secure and meets regulations.

* Driving in a safe and courteous manner adhering to driving legislation.* To undertake risk assessments ensuring the venue is safe to work, bringing any risks to the attention of management.* To unload efficiently and safely commercial and install fitness equipment at the site. Where required there may be a need to dismantle machines, carry them into the fitness suite and reassemble.* To collect and return unwanted stock to the warehouse.* To be polite, courteous and liaise with all customers, third party suppliers and tradesmen advising on work plans and reporting any problems to relevant personnel.* To ensure all paperwork is available, reviewed and understood for each installation prior to departure from HQ.* To complete all necessary job sheets, time sheets daily vehicle checks and other documents.* To install all commercial fitness equipment in line with Company standards and Health and Safety regulations.* Once installation is complete do a walk round with the customer and obtain a signed delivery note and upon return to the warehouse hand the signed delivery to the Warehouse Manager ASAP,* To complete all post installation/cleaning/commissioning and safety checks on all equipment* To install non-Pulse equipment when and where required.* To keep in good working order any tools, equipment and vehicles supplied to Pulse in good working order* To report any faults, breakages, equipment failures or vehicle defects to your Line Manager* Any other jobs deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the Company.

*General warehouse duties and responsibilities*

* Picking orders for deliveries from picking lists provided and using the bar code scanners/PDA’s.* Assisting in accurately loading vehicles ensuring maximum utilization of space and proper securing of load.* Assisting in unloading containers, using the PDA/Barcode scanners, checking delivery notes and reporting to logistics any discrepancies.* General housekeeping and organising including forklift truck work loading, unloading and storage.* Organise the installation team as required.* Comply with the Company Health and Safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment on and off site.* General warehouse duties* Any other jobs deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the company.

*Assembly duties and responsibilities*

* Maintain standards and a consistently high quality of assembly, in accordance with the Product Quality Checklists completing a product improvement form for any new issues that arrive due to product quality, reporting these to the Assembly Team Leader.* Repair faulty fitness equipment and minimize the amount of snagging with Out of Box failure to get customers equipment order 100% complete for time of delivery.* Make sure that all records and necessary paperwork are kept up to date and accurate at all times, recording against the correct machine any parts used, and time taken* Maintain a clean, tidy and organized workstation observing Health and Safety in the workplace. Inclusive of waste and removal recycling.* Prepare and spray paint various fitness equipment.* To complete all commissioning checks on all equipment.* Building non-Pulse equipment when required.* To keep in good working order any tools equipment and vehicles supplied by Pulse.* To report any faults, breakages, equipment failures or vehicle defects to your Line Manager.* Any other jobs deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the Company.

*Miscellaneous *

· To be flexible in working hours, days of week including nights away

* To attend meetings and training as advised* To present a responsible and professional company image* To present a responsible and professional attitude at all times* To work flexibly across all disciplines* To support the Company to continually work towards ISO9001/BS/EN957 standards.

*Person Specification*

*Required *

* Flexible working attitude including ability to travel with nights away* A reliable team player* Excellent verbal communication skills* Able to read drawings and plans* To be of good physical health and able to lift heavy machinery* Willingness to learn new skills and technologies* Understanding and or interest in fitness equipment* Full clean driving license* HGV class 1/LGV C+E or HGV class 2/LGV C+E digital tachograph licence

*Desirable *

* Valid and dated CRB (if not one will be completed for you by Pulse)

*Benefits include:*

* Onsite parking* Early finish on a Friday* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays* Pension* Ongoing training* Christmas close down* On-site Gym membership

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

If you are a self-motivated individual team player and enjoy travel and variation of work, please apply now!

*Please send us a covering letter letting us know a bit about yourself and why you think you’d be a good fit for this role.*

*No agencies.*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:* Company pension* On-site parking

Experience:* Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:* HGV Class 2 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person