7.5 Tonne Driver

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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU\n\nPermanent opportunity\n\t\nAttractive Salary – includes BASIC salary of £25,503.43 – this can rise up to £45,000 with overtime/bonus\n\t\nWeekend overtime paid at time and a half\n\t\nMeal allowances\n\t\nStaff Discount\n\t\nCompany Pension Scheme\n\t\nDeath in Service Scheme\n\t\nPerkbox Benefit Platform\n\t\n33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and a further service day after 5 years’ service\n\t\nEmployee Assistance Programme\n\nTHE COMPANY\n\nWestray 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 exceptional customer experiences. Operating across multiple UK locations, they blend style, sustainability, and innovation to deliver high-quality home furnishings that suit a wide range of interiors.\n\nWith decades of experience in the retail sector, their business has grown through a combination of strong family values, creative vision, and a commitment to both their 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.\n\nTHE ROLE\n\nVehicle safety, maintenance and cleanliness\n\t\nDaily route planning and control of delivery documentation\n\t\nSafe loading and unloading of furniture to customer properties and warehouses\n\t\nCommunication with customers, stores and warehouses\n\t\nSome furniture assembly in customer properties\n\t\nCollection of returns and recycled furniture\n\t\nPlan and drive to predetermined appointments with due care and attention\n\t\nLiaise with customers to confirm delivery times\n\t\nEnsure furniture is unwrapped and checked for any damage prior to leaving the customer’s properties\n\t\nMaintain vehicle to the legal requirements and as outlined in the Driver’s handbook\n\t\nAdhere to health and safety rules and regulations\n\t\nOther reasonable duties within the job holder’s capabilities\n\nTHE CANDIDATE\n\nA Class C1/C license, digital tachograph card\n\t\nCPC qualified\n\t\nYou must be self-motivated and hardworking\n\t\nExcellent communication skills\n\t\nExperience of multi-drop deliveries within the furniture industry would be advantageous\n\t\nA flexible approach to working hours including being able to work overtime\n\t\nAble to work on your own initiative and as a member of a team\n\nTHE CONTACT\n\nTo apply for this position, please contact the Industrial team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Location:
Gateshead
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Transportation And Storage

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