Driver Mate jobs in Bilston

3.5T Delivery Driver

• £12.75ph - This is not self employed or agency work, this is a directly employed role, paid monthly; you are paid by the hour, for every hour, that you work and not by how many parcels you deliver.
• Weekend work involved
• Full Time – up to 48 hours per week, 4 days per week over 7 days
• Benefits platform where you can find exclusive discounts and offers on all top brands – including TUI, JD Sports and many many more!
• Location: Wednesbury WS10 9SF
• There is ample parking onsite and the nearest bus stop to us is Franchise Street.
• Any offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate checks, including at least one satisfactory reference

We work in partnership with a well-known global furniture brand retailer delivering their products and are looking for people who are confident in dealing with customers and who are professionals in their field.

Here at Unitmovements we take pride in what we do and deliver to our customers in the way that we would want for our own homes.

This is a new opportunity in our business we are looking for an experienced 3.5t Driver to support with fulfilling all aspects of our client's needs such as delivering items to customer’s homes (with an experienced driver’s mate, and don't worry, you won’t be required to assemble any of the items you deliver), click and collect services as well as many more!

Heavy lifting, handling and carrying of products is part of this role and you will be required to support loading your vehicle; there is appropriate equipment to assist when required.

With the customer at the heart of all we do, you will offer exceptional customer service at every stage of the process.

About the role:

As the face of our company combined with a great service attitude, you will meet different people from all walks of life every day, no two days are the same as we deliver to family homes and business in and around your local area.

You will be accompanied by an experienced member of the team to put your first few weeks with us at ease as we welcome you into our business.

The role will require experience of safely operating a large vehicle whilst delivering to rural and built up areas.

Previous experience of multi drop delivering is desirable when considering applying for this role.

About You:

• A full clean UK driving licence
• At least three year's driving experience
• Proven experience as a commercial driver or delivery driver.
• Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices
• Good Customer Service skills.
• Good knowledge of your local area
• Confident with dealing with customer queries.
• Ability to work part of a team and on own initiative.
• Good time management.

You will be required to submit or share a Driving Licence Check with us before any offer of employment can be made. Interviews will be conducted by the Site Management team, and will include general questions about your experience as well as a short practical driving assessment which includes a short quiz about the Highway Code.

Please make sure you bring your glasses if you need them to drive!

About Us:

We have operated in the UK for over 20 years and our management team all have first-hand experience in all of the delivery roles in our business, so no one will be asking something of you that they won’t have done themselves.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within a week of the closing date you have not been successful at this time, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the number of applicants we receive.

Unitmovements Ltd., is a Disability Confident registered employer. We are committed to equal opportunities and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for both our business and customers.

If you require any support in completing your application or during the interview process then please let us know so we can provide help with the reasonable adjustments you may need.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Have you ever worked in any capacity for Unitmovements?
• How would you rate your level of spoken and written English - expert, intermediate or learner? Please note we will automatically decline any applicants who reply with any racist comments.
• Why are you looking to leave your current role or if you have already left, why did you leave?
• Do you have 6 or more points on your licence? (if applicable)
• Are there any unspent criminal convictions or cautions we should know about?
• Will you be able to provide details of two references?

Experience:

• 3.5t delivery driving: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• clean driving licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person