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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Permanent role
£33,150pa (£17 per hour) basic
Drivers are earning around £45k (10-15 hours overtime per week)
Excellent and Enhanced Overtime rates
Up to £80 per week for 5* Trust Pilot Reviews
£29 overnight allowance stay
Mon to Fri 7:30am – 3:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
This role involves travelling long distance, an allowance is provided for overnight stay
Generous staff discount on all products and goods
Company Pension Scheme
Death in Service Scheme
Perkbox Benefit Platform
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and a further service day after 5 years’ service
Employee Assistance Programme   THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Consultants are recruiting a 7.5 tonne driver to work with a leading, design-led furniture retailer with a strong heritage and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and high quality products. This really is a lovely business that operates from multiple UK locations blending style, sustainability and innovation, to deliver high-quality home furnishings that suit a wide range of interiors.

With decades of experience in the retail sector, the business has grown through a combination of strong family values, creative vision, and a commitment to both its people and the planet. From contemporary designs to timeless classics, they pride themselves on offering products that reflect the very best in craftsmanship and character.

The business really does value its employees which is demonstrated by the range of benefits on offer.

THE ROLE

Daily route planning and control of delivery documentation
Safe loading and unloading of furniture to customer properties and warehouses
Communication with customers, stores and warehouses
Some furniture assembly in customer properties
Collection of returns and recycled furniture
Plan and drive to predetermined appointments with due care and attention
Liaise with customers to confirm delivery times
Ensure furniture is unwrapped and checked for any damage prior to leaving the customer’s properties
Maintain vehicle to the legal requirements and as outlined in the Driver’s handbook
Adhere to health and safety rules and regulations
Other reasonable duties within the job holder’s capabilities   THE PERSON

As you will be in a customer facing role, it’s important that you have the following attributes:

Excellent communication skills
Experience of driving long distance (national) is required for this role
You must hold a C1 category licence to drive 7.5 tonne vehicles
You will have no more than 6 points on your driving licence
Holding a Driver CPC would be advantageous but not essential
Clean and tidy appearance, although a uniform will be provided
You must be self-motivated and hardworking with a flexible approach to working hours, including being able to work overtime for which you will be paid an enhanced payment
Experience of multi-drop deliveries within the furniture industry would be advantageous but is not essential   TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please send your CV to Harry Mann or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group