Collector/Driver

Salvation Army Trading Company; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual GP Service

Excellent Pension Scheme

Annual Leave 26 days + bank holidays

Discounts

Job summary

Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd in Ballymena seeks a friendly, self-motivated Driver to collect donations from clothing banks and transport them to storage sites, with possible delivery to SATCoL charity shops. The role involves manual handling and autonomy, working five days out of seven, with overtime opportunities.

The position supports SATCoL’s mission to fund The Salvation Army’s vital work, offering security and community impact for a dedicated team member.

Qualifications

• Must have a full and current driving licence.
• Manual handling experience is not essential, but helpful.
• Ability to physically lift and carry large amounts of donated clothing.
• The role may include working in challenging conditions.
• Knowledge of the local area is beneficial.
• Commitment to the ethos and values of Salvation Army Trading Co Ltd.

Responsibilities

• Collect donations from clothing banks in the specified area on a daily basis.
• Return donated clothing to the designated storage site; may deliver to retail charity shops.
• Work five days out of seven, with some overtime due to the role’s nature.

Skills

Full driving licence

Manual handling experience

Ability to lift and carry

Knowledge of local area

Commitment to ethos and values

Job description

This is a Permanent , Full time vacancy that will close in 12 days at 23:59 BST .

Do you want to work for a company, that passionately cares about its colleagues, stakeholders and the planet, and is the current recipient of the prestigious Charity Retailer of the Year award?

Do you want to work for a company that has been named in TheUK's Top 25 Best Large Company to work for and Charity's Top 5 Best Organisationto work for by Best Companies Ltd?

Do you want to work for a company that is different, exciting andinnovative?

Do you want to work for a companythat passionately cares about its colleagues, stakeholders and the planet?

Would you like to have whilstsome amazing benefits,such as a virtual GP Service, fantastic pension scheme and a starting holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays?

Then read on!

We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated and reliable Driver to collect from clothing banks in the specified area on a daily basis.

You will be required to collect donations of clothing from our clothing banks and bring them back to a designated storage site, situated in your location. In addition, you may also be required to deliver donated clothing to our retail charity shops.

This is a role which, through its nature, will include an above average amount of manual handling but that also gives the driver a degree of autonomy and the ability to manage their daily working hours and earn a good amount of overtime.

You will be required to work 5 days over 7

All key responsibilities and desirable skills can be found on the Job Description attached to this advert.

If you have:

• A full and current driving licence
• Manual handling experience (not essential)
• An ability to physically lift and carry large amounts of donated clothing
• The ability to work in challenging conditions
• Knowledge of the local area
• Commitment to the ethos and values of Salvation Army Trading Co Ltd

THEN SALVATION ARMY TRADING COMPANY LTD WANTS YOU!

See what some of our colleagues say about us:

‘The feeling of knowing you are doing something positive in the world. Ability to control most aspects of your day, freedom and respect from all staff.’ – C, CCD Collector

‘If you want to work for a company that treats them as an individual and not just a number then look no further. You will receive all the tools, training and support you need to succeed. You will be working for a company that treats everyone with respect regardless of their background, culture, and personal circumstances. The company encourages progression, self-development, and it’s an enjoyable place to work.’ – G, Area Collections Manager

‘The fact that we are working for such a great cause helps massively. The company really has the wellbeing for its employees at heart.’ – O, CCD Collector

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sectors. Please be aware that this advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.

Company Benefits

Annual Leave

Starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, with the ability to buy an extra week.

Virtual GP Service

Phone consultations available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days and video consultations from 8am to 10 pm, 7 days a week.

Excellent Pension Scheme

SATCoL offer a Defined Contribution Scheme, with the company doubling your contributions, up to 6%, and giving you Life Assurance of 3 x your normal salary.

Company Sick Pay

This is paid from the end of your probation period and increases during your employment with us.

Discounts

All colleagues are entitled to a 25% discount of all original, full priced products sold by SATCoL.

Wellbeing Commitment

Our colleagues are our most important asset, and we are committed to the wellbeing of our teams being our single most important issue.

SATCoL offer many more fantastic benefits, please see attachmentfor details.

Why join Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL)?

• Be part of a continually developing and growing company who works tirelessly to help fund The Salvation Army’s vital work with vulnerable people in the UK by raising money.
• Work for a company that cares for its colleagues, stakeholders, community and environment and encourages reuse and recycling through over 240 charity shops and donation centres, and a network of around 8,000 clothing banks.
• We are at the forefront of textile reuse and recycling, and we work closely with our key partners, including some of the biggest retail and online brands. With the support of the British public, we have raised over £80 million over the past 10 years to help the work of The Salvation Army.
• We have a strong and positive culture, led by our values ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Equality’ and our core purpose of ‘enabling mission and providing resource to help the work of The Salvation Army’. We truly CARE.
• We believe in empowering people; therefore, our roles offer lots of independence. Whether you are part of our front-line collections team or our central support function, we encourage autonomy and embrace new ideas.
• Whatever our colleagues’ workplace aspirations, SATCoL supports them at all levels to grow and succeed, believing in internal development and promoting from within wherever possible.
• We value every colleague, no matter what department or role you work in. Inclusivity underpins our strong team ethic and allows for collaborative working to help one another be successful.
• We offer a wide variety of opportunities that offer a range of exciting challenges and new experiences, where no two days are the same.
• Why I Work For SATCoL
• Shop Manager

I get the opportunity to help people, whether it be a customer with getting a great priced quality second hand item, helping our volunteers to get the best out of themselves or helping The Salvation Army helping people in crisis.

• Why I Work For SATCoL
• Area Collections Manager

Working for SATCoL offers a great work/life balance, a competitive salary, great benefits, a welcoming team of like-minded individuals and the chance to make a real difference.

• Why I Work For SATCoL

Working at SATCoL is an incredibly rewarding experience. The organisation’s commitment to making a positive impact in communities, paired with the supportive and inclusive work environment, makes every day truly fulfilling.

Our Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Equality

Salvation Army Trading Company

Registered Company no. 2605817
The Salvation Army registered charity 214779 and in Scotland no. SC009359