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How our customers see us:
We reliably distribute flooring to our loyal customers across the UK so they don’t have to travel so far. But we’re not just Carpet & Flooring, we are a community of loyal, reliable and resourceful people and we always find a way, going the extra mile.
How our colleagues see us:
We have many opportunities to get creative, as well as the confidence to make important decisions and see the impact! We’re a Great Place to Work because our people have the freedom to shape their career.
We prioritise mental health and wellbeing, and we advocate equity, diversity and inclusion.
We are dedicated to the development, retention and motivation of our people.
We care about the environment, and as such, we act sustainably and relentlessly look for ways to reduce our carbon footprint.
What’s on offer:
Long-term commitment
Positive and encouraging environment
Commitment to sustainability
Competitive driver bonus
25 days annual leave, option to buy +3 days, Christmas break + Bank Holidays
Long-service holidays
Long-service awards
24/7 wellbeing support and counselling (EAP programme)
Internal GP medical helpline
Healthcare cash plan
Life assurance
Bike2Work scheme
Company pension
Colleague discounts
Shopping vouchers
Employee of the month scheme
Free onsite parking
Role summary:
Monday to Friday
Starting between 4am and 6am
60-minute break
No two days are the same, but your role will normally involve performing multi-drop deliveries to our loyal customers, representing our culture out on the road. You can expect to carry out between 15 to 20 deliveries per day, varying day to day. You will have the opportunity to take pride in your vehicle, keep it clean and tidy, be aware of any upcoming servicing or MOTs, and carry out a daily inspection (and sign an inspection sheet). To ensure the customer receives their order on time in full, you will quality check the stock prior to delivery, supervise the loading (and unloading), and ensure safety regulations are adhered to. While you won't be accompanied whilst you are on your travels, your team will ensure you are heading in the right direction and will be on hand to help at all times.
What we are looking for:
UK Driving Licence (Category C, Full, Clean)
Driver CPC
Driving in the UK (1 year)
Class 2 HGV Licence
Highway code and road safety best practices
HGV & delivery driving
UK geographical knowledge
Excellent driving skills and road etiquette (parking, safety, speed awareness, etc.)
Ability to work to diversions
Planning and organisation
Thorough communication and reliability
Awareness of health importance, particularly during autonomous working time
Manual/physical dexterity
Interpersonal skills, particularly toward customers and colleagues
Able to remain calm and conducive in stressful situations
Career development:
Class 1 HGV Driver
Supervisor/Management (Transport)
Internal Sales Executive (via Trade Counter route)
Area Sales Manager (via Internal Sales route)
Please ensure you are happy with the commute before applying.
If you have not received an update within 14 days of applying, this means you have not been progressed to the next stage.
More about us:
We have been Distributor of the Year since 2016 under the Contract Flooring Journal!
Every day we demonstrate commitment, respect, integrity, trust, teamwork and fun.
We truly care about diversity and inclusion, mental health and wellbeing.
We are dedicated to the development, retention and motivation of our people.
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