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SalarySTART YOUR CAREER WITH Woodlands Home & Garden Group!
VACANCY: Van Driver Nationwide (3.5T flatbed)
Starting hourly rate £11.44
Woodlands Home & Garden Group is a market leader in the manufacture of garden buildings, including sheds, summerhouses and log cabins. Based in three sites at Rodley, (LS13), Thornbury (BD3) and Horsforth (LS18) our sales have grown rapidly and we are now looking to expand our team of people - could you be the person we are looking for?
You will be part of a large team of drivers, who work nationwide with a great support network to help you learn the job.
Role Overview
Our drivers work nationwide, start time is 4.00 am onwards, Monday to Friday, on a rota basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Collection of a loaded vehicle on site for delivery same day
- Efficient driving and time management to ensure delivery schedules are maintained.
- Completion of delivery paperwork
- Daily inspection of vehicles
- Ensuring vehicle and load are roadworthy at all times.
Key Requirements
- Valid driving licence, points will be considered.
- Self-motivated, confident when dealing with customers.
- Manual handling is required therefore you will need to be physically fit
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to use ratchet straps is essential.
What can we offer?
- Immediate start
- Six months temporary contract with permanent contract opportunities.
- 28 days holiday pro rata (inclusive of bank holidays) and length of service increase
- Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra holiday days per year)
- Workwear is provided
- Overtime available (after 40 hours)
- Internal reward & recognition scheme
- Personal learning & development opportunities
- Free off-site parking
- Generous staff discount on DIY store products and garden buildings
Please apply with an up to date CV and contact details. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to Work in the UK and references on request.
