Van driver

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our logistics business.

Working for a small business means you will get involved with a variety of different tasks, so prioritising and flexibility is paramount.

Key responsibilities:

• Pack and load products onto vans / HGV vehicles according to company’s specifications.
• Deliver freight to residential areas, business and institutions supporting team members as and when required.

Requirements:

• A full driving license
• You must be a team player
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and pressurised environment
• Ability to problem solve and think on one’s feet 
• You must be able to work independently in an efficient and timely manner, as well as collaboratively within a team, consistently maintaining high standards to deliver great customer service.
• Record all work undertaken on a driver sheet including where and when luggage was delivered, so the customer can be charged.
• Regular cleaning of the vehicle including maintenance checks and report any problems directly to your manager.
• Uniform is supplied with an expectation of clean and presentable image of staff.
• Attend all training offered sometimes this may mean staying away from home.
• Responsibility for vehicles driven including reporting any damage caused.
• Previous experience in a customer service environment
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and enthusiasm with lots of passion and energy
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• A “can do” and “I can help you”” attitude
• Flexibility to work weekdays and weekends
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to use own initiative
• Ability to multitask and carry out core routine duties.
• An appropriate level of fitness as this is a physically demanding role.
• Be reliable.

You must have accommodation on St Mary’s to be considered for this role.

Hours:

• 40 hour contract to include weekdays and weekends and some Bank Holidays.

Benefits:

• Travel concessions
• 22 days paid holiday plus 8 bank Holidays