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Dry Ice Delivery Driver

Job description

£Excellent Salary + Generous Benefits Package 40+ hours per week, with additional overtime available

We are looking for an experienced HGV2 Delivery Driver to join our friendly team. As a key part of our operation, you will support the manufacture and distribution of solid CO₂ (Dry Ice). We’re seeking someone with strong delivery experience, excellent customer service skills, and a flexible, proactive “can‑do” approach. In this fast‑paced and demanding environment, you will be responsible for the timely delivery of Dry Ice products as well as the collection of empty bins, ensuring our customers receive exceptional service every time.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the timely delivery of Dry Ice and the collection of empty bins, working closely with the Logistics Coordinator to ensure all customer requirements are met.
• Represent Nippon Gases professionally at all times, maintaining high standards of conduct and customer service.
• Be willing to undertake occasional night‑outs where required to complete scheduled deliveries.
• Safely operate 18t and 26t delivery vehicles, adhering to the Highway Code at all times.
• Complete daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Accurately complete defect sheets and promptly report any issues to the Logistics Coordinator or Senior Driver.
• Verify loaded containers against daily manifests to ensure all goods are on board before leaving the yard.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured prior to departure.
• Deliver Dry Ice to customers within the timeframes specified on the daily manifest, using the electronic delivery system.
• Report any safety issues encountered on the road or at customer sites.
• Maintain full compliance with the Working Time Directive at all times.

Job requirements

Person Specification Essential Requirements:

• HGV Class 2 Licence
• Minimum 2 years’ commercial driving experience
• Strong safety record with a proactive approach to safe working practices
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience delivering temperature‑controlled or hazardous products
• Familiarity with electronic delivery/manifest systems
• Experience working in a fast‑paced logistics or industrial environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently

Company benefits include – 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), Bonus Scheme, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Contributory Pension Scheme (employer contribution 2% above employee, up to 8%), Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme, Charity Work Days, EAP scheme.

About Us

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future. Making life better through gas technology.

What can you expect from us?

We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Nippon Gases is a company committed to equality and promotes an inclusive work environment free of any type of discrimination and harassment. We believe that the diversity of talent strengthens and increases our success. We have equality policies that guarantee employability and increase opportunities for all candidates.