Van Driver (Progression to Class 2)

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
Driver bonus scheme
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
6am to 4pm
60-minute break
 
No two days are the same, but your role will normally consist of touring the region in one of our branded vans (3.5t) to deliver many flooring supplies (including LVT, carpets, laminate flooring, screeds, adhesives, and much more) to our loyal customers. You will be responsible for supervising the loading of goods on and off the Van (you will need to unload products yourself when arriving with the customer), providing unbeatable customer service, building key relationships, and representing us in the best way possible out on the road through safe driving, timely arrival, communication with the customer and the transport team, and travelling with courtesy. You will also have the privilege of notifying the transport team of upcoming servicing or MOTs on the vehicle, and maintaining vehicular hygiene and safety, including a daily walkaround checking procedure.
This role comes with a quarterly bonus, depending on driving performance.

What we are looking for:

Driving in the UK (1 year)
Sound geographical knowledge of the region/UK
Planning and organisation
Communication and reliability
Awareness of health importance, particularly during autonomous working time.
Manual dexterity
Interpersonal skills, particularly toward customers and colleagues
Ability to remain calm and conducive in challenging situation
 
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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