3.5T Van Driver

Restore Plc; Dartford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a 3.5t Van Driver in Dartford. The successful candidate will ensure first-class customer service, comply with Road Transport legislation, and drive efficiently. A full clean driving license is essential, along with good communication skills. Benefits include annual leave, life assurance, and eye care support.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 23 days + bank holidays

Life Assurance – 2x basic annual salary

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Full Clean license required.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to apply customer care principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class customer service, being polite and meeting customer expectations.
• Drive vehicles safely and responsibly, complying with Road Transport legislation.
• Load necessary equipment onto the vehicle before leaving the depot.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Driving 3.5t vans

Job description

Overview

Role: 3.5t Van Driver
Location: Crayford, DA1 4QX
Salary: £28,938.88
Contract type: full time, permanent
Hours a week: 45 (Monday to Friday)

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class customer service, being polite and meeting customer expectations
• Communicate proactively with the depot’s admin and transport planning team
• Perform vehicle pre-use safety checks, reporting any defects
• Drive vehicles safely and responsibly, complying with Road Transport legislation
• Load necessary equipment onto the vehicle before leaving the depot
• Use the PDA to record daily collection activities and customer information
• Complete all jobs on time, ensuring all paperwork is accurately completed
• Safeguard confidential materials and ensure they are ready for secure destruction upon return to the depot
• Debrief daily with the admin team and ensure timesheets are signed off

About You

• Full Clean license
• Comfortable driving 3.5 T Vans
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to apply customer care principles
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times

Benefits

• Annual Leave – 23 days + bank holidays
• Life Assurance – 2x basic annual salary
• Bereavement Counselling – Support during difficult times
• Free Onsite Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential counselling via Health Assured
• Eye Care Support – Free eye tests and up to £70 towards glasses for DSE users and drivers (includes retinal photography for drivers over 40)