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Part Time 7.5t Customer Delivery Driver

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Bensons for Beds

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Logistics

AI generated summary

  • You must have a UK Cat C1 licence, CPC, commercial 7.5t driving experience, good people skills, and be able to lift heavy furniture. Age 21+ preferred.
  • You will deliver and set up customer orders, ensuring satisfaction and cleanliness. Communicate positively, use a PDA scanner, maintain the vehicle, and uphold transport compliance.

Requirements

  • You must have a UK driving licence Cat C1 along with a valid driver’s CPC DQ card / valid drivers digital card
  • Previous commercial driving experience in a 7.5t vehicle
  • Previous experience and understanding of using digital tachographs
  • Good people skills and some previous experience in a customer facing role
  • Ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy items of furniture with manual handling experience is essential
  • Understanding of EU Driving legislation and tachograph law
  • Desirable experience of using a PDA
  • Please note that for insurance purposes you should be aged 21 years or over.

Responsibilities

  • Lift and manoeuvre customers orders including beds, mattresses and/or bedroom furniture to the room of the customers choice as part of a 2 man delivery team. Ensuring the home is left clean and tidy
  • Engage all customers by communicating in a warm, friendly and professional manner, ensuring they are left with a positive impression of our service, championing Bensons products and doing all you can to deliver a great customer experience, as you would expect as a customer yourself.
  • Complete your deliveries on time, to schedule and most importantly ensuring your customers are left happy, keeping your customer informed by calling ahead.
  • Use the PDA scanner and complete paperwork to ensure customers orders are delivered correctly, promptly and accurately, and working with warehouse and cross dock teams as necessary to ensure products are loaded and delivered safely without damage.
  • Support an environment and culture within Bensons for Beds where the Customer is firmly at the centre of everything that we do.
  • Ensure your vehicle is clean and fit for the next delivery to represent Bensons in our communities, monitoring for roadworthiness and reporting any defects, ensuring compliance with all transport legal requirements.

FAQs

What is the work schedule for the Part Time 7.5t Customer Delivery Driver?

The work schedule is 4 days per week, rotating weekly between Monday to Thursday and Tuesday to Friday.

What is the salary for this position?

The salary for the Part Time 7.5t Customer Delivery Driver is £27,816 per annum, with an On-Target Earnings (OTE) of £31,464 per annum including bonuses.

What type of vehicle will I be driving?

You will be driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle as part of a two-person delivery team.

Is previous driving experience required?

Yes, previous commercial driving experience in a 7.5t vehicle is required.

Are there any specific qualifications needed for this role?

You must have a UK driving licence Cat C1, a valid driver’s CPC DQ card, and experience in using digital tachographs.

What customer service skills are required for this position?

Excellent customer service skills are required, as you will be the face of the business and need to engage with customers in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.

Will I be required to lift heavy items?

Yes, the ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy items of furniture is essential, along with manual handling experience.

Is there a performance-related bonus structure in place?

Yes, there is a performance-related bonus of up to £76 per week for meeting targets, with a guaranteed bonus of £16 per week for the first 12 weeks during onboarding.

What benefits are offered with this job?

Benefits include an employee discount scheme, cash back options for health and wellbeing services, income protection, a pension scheme, discounted gym memberships, and learning and development programs.

What support does the company provide for long-term illness?

The company provides Unum Income Protection for peace of mind if you are off work long term due to illness.

How can I progress my career within the company?

You will have access to internal opportunities for career progression and development programs to gain new skills and knowledge.

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Bensons for Beds

We're on a mission to become a market-leading bed retailer with a strong omnichannel presence.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1950
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bensons for Beds specialises in selling a wide range of beds, mattresses, and bedroom furniture across the UK. Their ultimate mission is to provide customers with quality sleep solutions tailored to individual needs, aiming to improve overall well-being through better sleep. The company's purpose is to offer a diverse selection of comfortable and affordable bedding products while delivering excellent customer service, ensuring every customer finds the perfect sleep solution for their lifestyle and preferences.