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Job Title: 7.5 Tonne Customer Delivery Driver
Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.
Salary: £34,844
Overview:
Join our client's team as a 7.5 Tonne Customer Delivery Driver, delivering to customers' homes. Working as part of a two-person team, you’ll ensure products are delivered, and sometimes assembled, in the customer’s chosen room. This is more than just a driving role – you’ll be the face of the company, delivering exceptional customer service.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, starting between 6:00-6:30 AM. 48 hours per week.
What We’re Looking For:
Are you an experienced, customer-focused 7.5-tonne driver who can handle home deliveries and heavy lifting? We need someone who’s not only skilled at driving but also excellent at interacting with customers and providing a first-class experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver and, if needed, assemble mattresses and furniture as part of a two-person team.
- Handle heavy goods and ensure deliveries are made to the customer’s room of choice.
- Provide friendly, professional customer service, leaving a positive impression.
- Ensure timely deliveries, keep customers updated by phone, and complete paperwork using a PDA.
- Work with warehouse teams to ensure safe and accurate deliveries.
- Keep your vehicle clean and roadworthy, reporting any issues promptly.
Requirements:
- UK Category C1 driving licence and valid CPC/Digital Tachograph card.
- Experience driving 7.5-tonne vehicles and handling heavy goods.
- Good communication and people skills, with some experience in a customer-facing role.
- Familiarity with EU driving laws and tachograph use.
- Must be 21 or older (for insurance purposes).
* subject to a DBS check *
*First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates and building our business through personal recommendations.
