7.5T Delivery Driver/Trade Counter Assistant

General All-Purpose Plastics (Gap) Ltd; Wirral; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Christmas shutdown

Open-ended bonus

Career development opportunities

Job summary

General All-Purpose Plastics (Gap) Ltd in Wirral is seeking a 7.5T Driver/Trade Counter Assistant to support daily trade counter operations and deliveries. You will assist customers in person and by phone, manage stock, and ensure timely transportation of goods, requiring a full UK driving licence and experience in retail or warehouse environments.

The role combines customer service with basic stock handling and order preparation, with opportunities for career development and a competitive

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence C1 with up to 6 points.
• Experience at a trade counter, in retail, warehouse or distribution is desirable.
• Strong customer service skills with clear verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve trade and retail customers at the trade counter, including processing sales and checking stock.
• Receive deliveries, label and store stock, rotate inventory.
• Prepare customer orders and pick lists for collection and delivery.
• Carry out local deliveries and collections using company vehicles; load/unload goods and secure loads.
• Process cash, card and account transactions at POS.
• Maintain a clean and safe counter and yard area; assist with stocktakes and cycle counts.
• Provide phone and email support for customer enquiries and order tracking.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and vehicle checks before shifts.

Skills

Driving license

Customer service

Stock control

IT literacy

Teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Stock software

Job description

Hours: 41hrs per week, 1 in 3 Saturdays.

Exciting opportunity alert! We are thrilled to announce a fantastic job opening for a 7.5T Driver/Trade Counter Assistant at our bustling Trade Counter in Wirral! If you enjoy staying active and thrive on assisting customers, this role is tailor-made for you!

Join our busy team as a Trade Counter Assistant/Driver supporting daily trade counter operations and deliveries. You will provide excellent customer service in-person and by phone, manage stock and orders, and ensure safe, timely transportation of goods. This role is ideal for an organised, reliable individual with a full UK driving licence and experience in customer-facing retail or warehouse environments.

Key responsibilities - trade counter assistant and driver

Serve trade and retail customers at the trade counter, including processing sales, providing product advice and checking stock availability.

Receive and unpack deliveries, label and store stock correctly, and rotate inventory to maintain stock integrity.

Prepare customer orders and pick lists accurately for collection and delivery.

Carry out local deliveries and collections safely using company vehicles; load and unload goods and secure loads appropriately.

Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and process cash, card and account transactions following company procedures.

Maintain a clean, safe and organised counter and yard area including basic housekeeping and waste disposal.

Support stocktakes and regular cycle counts, reporting discrepancies to management.

Provide phone and email support for customer enquiries, order tracking and basic product specification queries.

Adhere to health and safety policies, manual handling procedures and vehicle checks before each shift.

Essential skills and experience - trade counter and driving

Full UK manual driving licence C1 with a no more than 6 points; experience driving vans or light goods vehicles is preferred.

Previous experience working at a trade counter, in retail, warehouse or distribution is desirable.

Strong customer service skills with clear verbal communication and a professional manner.

Basic numeracy skills for handling cash transactions and counting stock.

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, prioritising tasks during busy periods.

Physically fit and able to lift and carry heavy items in line with manual handling guidance.

Proficient with basic IT systems, email and stock control/POS software.

Good attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate orders and paperwork.

MOST IMPORTANTLY a can-do attitude and a desire to learn!

Working hours, pay and benefits - trade counter assistant role

Christmas shutdown

Industry leading salary with open-ended bonus

Excellent opportunities to develop and grow your career

Free life assurance

What Our People Say:

“I am really loving my time here at GAP! The business has grown over the past few years and I am looking forward to see where we will be in the next few years. I enjoy everything about my job, the work culture is amazing and there is always somebody there if you ever need anything. I would recommend GAP to anybody in a heartbeat.”

“Since starting at GAP the business has continuously grew which meant the staff have progressed and grew with the company. The owners are great and kept it a family run place to work - no one is just a number.”

“GAP is a fun and inspiring place to work. The business has grown fast over the years so there is a real buzz around the place. Personally, I think if you work hard you will be rewarded, they have always supported me through hard times, it’s like a family not just a work place!”

We are an equal-opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion are essential to us and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent. Our policies ensure that every job applicant and employee is treated fairly and with equal opportunity to succeed.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via [e-mail]