Job description
Van Driver / Warehouse Operative
Location: Manchester
Salary: £23,185
Shift: 06:00 - 14:30
Role Type: Employed, Permanent
ABOUT US
Our vision is to create well-ordered homes so our customers can live their lives better. Our people are passionate about delivering exciting design, innovate storage solutions and well- made furniture. We aim to be the leading fitted furniture specialists, winning national awards for service.
THE ROLE
Due to our continued growth, we are now looking for a Van Driver / Warehouse Operative to join our team based in Manchester. Working full time, 40 hours per week, the role will see you working predominately Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work. This role would be suited to someone who does not mind early starts as your working day will generally start at 6:00am and finish at approximately 2.30pm and it is important that you have a flexible approach to overtime.
As a Van Driver / Warehouse Operative, you will be based at our Manchester (M28) Regional Centre where you will be supporting the team in both warehouse duties and delivery of our products. You will therefore need to have a current and valid driving licence - minimum Class B
Duties include:
- Prepare, pick and scanning customer orders within the warehouse ready for dispatch or collection
- Deliver Hammonds products to our Installer’s lock ups, customer homes, building sites and retailers.
- Load, unload, prepare and inspect assigned vehicle daily using the driver de-brief and vehicle check sheet
- Cleaning and fuelling of assigned vehicle
- Safe handling of furniture in line with good Health & Safety manual handling practice
- Checking deliveries against paperwork and administration of paperwork
ABOUT YOU
The successful Van Driver / Warehouse Operative will have the ability to multi-task and thrives in a fast-paced business environment. A transport background would be very useful, however not essential. You will have the following skills and requirements:
- Experience as a Van Driver / Delivery Driver with current valid driving licence - minimum Class B
- Flexible work approach
- Dedicated work ethic
- Communication skills at all levels
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
We aim to inspire personal and professional growth in our people, as we believe our employees are our greatest asset and we strive to attract, develop and retain the best talent by providing a challenging and rewarding environment. Along with our attractive salaries, commitment to personal and professional development, and contributory pension scheme, we offer a suite of benefits and a few added touches that we believe help our people live better in life and in work.
- 31 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays)
- Healthcare Scheme
- Preferential PCP Car/Van Leasing Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff Discount Scheme
- Perkbox – retailer discount app
- Training and Development
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Service Recognition Scheme
We aim to inspire personal and professional growth in our people, as we believe our employees are our greatest asset and we strive to attract, develop and retain the best talent by providing a challenging and rewarding environment. Along with our attractive salaries, commitment to personal and professional development, and contributory pension scheme, we offer a suite of benefits and a few added touches that we believe help our people live better in life and work.
NEXT STEPS
So, if you’d like to join our progressive family business of over 90 years as a Van Driver / Warehouse Operative, please apply now and complete our simple application process for immediate consideration.