Class 2 Driver / Furniture Assembler

ELITE CONTRACT LABOUR SUPPLIERS LIMITED; Rainham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite CLS LTD is seeking a reliable HGV Class 2 Driver / Furniture Assembler to join the team. You will deliver furniture to customers, inspect and operate delivery routes, and safely assemble items at customer locations.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC, tachograph card, and the ability to handle furniture safely and efficiently. A professional, punctual, and customer-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• Driver CPC and digital tachograph card.
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience.
• Experience assembling or installing furniture is desirable.
• Good knowledge of safe manual handling practices.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach.
• Physically fit for lifting and moving furniture.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Deliver furniture to customers' homes and premises.
• Load and unload furniture, and work as part of a team.
• Assemble and install furniture to customer requirements.
• Ensure furniture handling minimizes damage during transport and installation.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service at all times.
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain customer signatures.
• Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle and work area.
• Follow health and safety, manual handling and company procedures.

Skills

HGV Class 2 license

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

Manual handling

Customer service

Reliability

Physically fit

Teamwork

Job description

Elite CLS LTD is a recruitment agency. We are looking for a reliable and experienced HGV Class 2 Driver / Furniture Assembler to join our team. The role involves delivering furniture to customers and safely assembling and installing items at their premises.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Deliver furniture and other goods to customers' homes and commercial premises.
• Load and unload furniture safely, working as part of a team where required.
• Assemble a range of furniture including beds, wardrobes, tables, sofas and other household items.
• Install and position furniture according to customer requirements.
• Ensure furniture is handled carefully to prevent damage during transportation and installation.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service at all times.
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain customer signatures where required.
• Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle and work area.
• Follow all relevant health and safety, manual handling and company procedures.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• Driver CPC and digital tachograph card.
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience.
• Experience assembling or installing furniture is desirable.
• Good knowledge of safe manual handling practices.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach.
• Physically fit, as the role involves lifting and moving furniture.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

The role involves regular driving, loading and unloading, lifting furniture and assembling items at customer locations. Some flexibility may be required depending on delivery schedules.