3.5T Driver - 1 Car

Charles Trent Limited; Upton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted petrol

Staff discount on parts

Health cash plan

Job summary

Charles Trent Limited at the Poole Site is seeking a dedicated driver to collect end-of-life vehicles using a 3.5 tonne transporter. You will ensure high standards of customer service and complete daily paperwork while coordinating with the logistics team.

The role requires a Category B licence and proven experience driving a 3.5t vehicle. Working hours are 48 per week, Monday to Friday, with reporting to the Transport Manager.

Qualifications

• Requires a Category B driving licence.
• Experience driving a 3.5 ton vehicle is essential.
• Strong literacy and numeracy required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect end-of-life vehicles from customers with a 3.5 Tonne vehicle.
• Provide an exceptional level of service to customers befitting of our company values.
• Accurately complete paperwork daily.
• Communication with our logistics department.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Literacy and numeracy

Problem solving

Education

Category B driving licence

Job description

Purpose: As one of our driving team, your day will be extremely varied. You will be dealing with customers and managing a multitude of collections, from customers’ homes to commercial units. You will be driving a one car transporter and be mechanically minded as some of the vehicles you collect may not drive,are accident damaged or require winching. You will need to think on your feet and problem solve often. You are part of a successful and talented transport team, working closely with our operational and material handling team.

Location: Poole Site, BH12

Salary: £30,476

Working Hours: 48 hrs per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Reporting to: Transport Manager

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Your duties will be to collect end of life vehicles from customers with a 3.5 Tonne vehicle.
• Provide an exceptional level of service to customers befitting of our company values.
• Accurately complete paperwork daily.
• Communication with our logistics department.
• 48 hour working week – no shift patterns or weekend work.

Experience & Essential Qualities:

• Category B Driving licence.
• Experience driving a 3.5 ton vehicle is essential.
• Experience in the recovery industry is highly desirable but not essential.
• Thorough understanding of driving regulations.
• Strong level of literacy and numeracy is required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits:

• Discounted petrol & staff discount on parts
• After Probation Period: Health Cash Plan with Health Shield, Critical Illness cover with Unum, Death in Service, Family Day, Community Volunteer Day
• Additional holiday after 3 years’ service and pension contribution increases after 5 years.