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7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver

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Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6HW, Scotland

Salary

£33,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • We are seeking 7.5 T Drivers for our logistics and distribution team in Houston Industrial Estate, Livingston.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of £33,600 with the potential to earn over £40,000 through bonuses and incentives.
  • Candidates should have a valid 7.5 T vehicle licence, a driver digital tachograph, and relevant CPC qualification, along with a solid work history.
  • Previous experience in furniture delivery or customer service is preferred, and physical fitness is required for manual handling tasks.
  • This role provides a stable and permanent position with great work-life balance, including a 3-week shift rotation and various employee benefits.

7.5 T Drivers

We are looking for 7.5 T Drivers to join our fast-paced logistics and distribution team in Houston Industrial Estate, Livingston. Not only will you have the stability of a permanent position offering fantastic work life balance, but you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when you join the team including the ability to reach "On Target Earnings" in excess of 40,000.

As a 7.5 T Driver you will be tasked with:

  • Delivery and installation of furniture in customers' homes
  • Working to a delivery schedule with the support and assistance of your crew mate
  • Providing exceptional customer service and encouraging customers to provide feedback
  • Ensure the safety of the team by carrying out daily vehicle checks and driving in a safe and efficient manner
  • Manual handling - lifting and carrying of heavy furniture items
  • Working as part of the wider distribution team to assist with loading and unloading vehicles when required


What you can expect:

  • A shift pattern offering great work / life balance:
    • 3-week shift rotation working Monday to Thursday / Wednesday to Sunday / Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    • Day shift hours working 6.30am till 6.15pm
    • No Sunday working
    • A 5-day rest period every 3 weeks
  • A competitive salary of 33,600 with lots of opportunity to top up your earnings including:
    • Customer Satisfaction Bonus - 20 weekly "Love to Shop" voucher earning you almost 1000 in vouchers per year
    • Attendance Bonus paid at 250 twice per year - that's an extra 500 per year just for showing up on your scheduled shifts
    • Opportunity of regular overtime paid at great rates - 242 per shift
    • Monthly / Annual driver incentives with prize money over the year in excess of 1000
  • Staff Discount on all furniture items of 20% not just for you but for friends and family too
  • Discounts on high street brands and major retailers
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Access to online doctors and healthcare professionals
  • Full uniform and onsite parking
  • Investment in training and personal development
  • Opportunity of career progression
  • Life insurance, death in service and pension scheme
  • Job security and stability working for a business undergoing major investment

What we're looking for:

  • A solid work history and a can-do, enthusiastic approach to work
  • A 7.5 T vehicle licence with a maximum of 6 points
  • A driver digital tachograph and the relevant CPC qualification
  • A degree of physical fitness
  • Some previous furniture delivery or customer service experience an advantage

If you're interested in working for a well-respected business then we'd love to hear from you. Apply now! We will be in touch quickly to have a chat and discuss next steps!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

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