Driver - Based in Exeter

Driver - Based in Exeter Exeter, England

U-Drive Ltd
Full Time Exeter, England 25553 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Driver/Valeter to join our team in Exeter.

Reporting into the Branch Manager you will work a 45-hour rota working alternative weekends, whilst providing a complete and efficient driving and valeting service for the hire of rental vehicles.

The successful candidate will be a hardworking individual, who enjoys a varied workday, whilst working with one of the newest fleets around. They will also be working as part of one of the most essential teams to U-Drive.

About the Role:

  • Clean a range of vehicles to U-Drive standards
  • Checking vehicles at the end of hire for damage, using the appropriate provided system
  • Reporting faults, damage, or general un-roadworthiness in accordance with safety regulations and Company processes
  • Drive, deliver and/or collect vehicles to inter-branch or directly to customers as directed by the Branch Manager
  • Ensure that the drivers’ log is completed, signing in and out of branches
  • Completing the Pre-Rental Vehicle Inspection for every hire
  • Parking vehicles in allocated areas depending on the status of vehicle
  • Showing customers to vehicles, marking damage, showing controls, discussing vehicle equipment, fuel type etc to ensure the understanding of the vehicle and customer parking allocations

About U-Drive:

Established 40 years ago, U-Drive is a family-owned and operated vehicle rental company supplying high quality cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. Our friendly team take pride in working together to provide superb service to our business customers and private hirers alike.

About you:

  • Have a full and clean UK driving licence. D1 category is essential, C1 category desirable
  • Have a positive ‘can do’ attitude
  • Be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels to ensure appropriate levels of customer service and care
  • Be able to work successfully within a team, being honest and trustworthy at all times
  • Be able to prioritise customers whilst delivering a high-quality service which meets Company Standards in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
  • Be able to respond promptly and effectively to queries and issues, whilst being friendly and polite

What We Can Offer You:

  • 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service
  • Employee discount on U-Drive rental including discount for friends and family
  • Company sponsored training and development opportunities
  • Access to Employee Discount Program offering savings on over 3,000 retailers
  • Employee Assistance Program in partnership with Health Assured
  • On-site parking

Salary: £25,552.80 per year

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,552.80 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness programme

Application question(s):

  • Do you hold a D1 driving licence category?

Experience:

  • Driving: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Driver - Based in Exeter
U-Drive Ltd

www.u-drive.co.uk/vacancies
Poole, United Kingdom
$5 to $25 million (USD)
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
Car & Truck Rental
1982
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