Delivery Driver - Argos

Sainsbury’s Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retailer is seeking a dedicated delivery driver to handle and deliver Argos products directly to customers' locations. Candidates must hold a valid UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points. The role demands excellent customer service and safe driving practices. Benefits include a generous holiday entitlement, pension contributions, and discounts at various stores.

Benefits

10% discount card at Sainsbury's after four weeks

Free food and hot drinks for colleagues

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension matching contributions

Special offers on gym memberships and more

Qualifications

• Must be above the school-leaver age in the UK.
• Must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK.
• Full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Handle and deliver Argos products to customers' locations.
• Load the delivery van with items for transport.
• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Problem-solving

Physical stamina

Job description

Responsibilities

• With a market-leading delivery service offering over 60,000 products, you'll handle items with care, delivering Argos products directly to customers' front doors or their preferred collection point
• Responsible for loading the van and delivering a set number of drops in a shift with guidance from an ePod
• Ensuring timely and accurate deliveries with a friendly and professional attitude
• We will provide phone support while you're on the road, and our route guidance will ensure you return to the site within your shift times
• Safe driving and adherence to guidelines are essential
• Friendly and professional, always taking pride in doing the right thing for our customers
• Reliable and enthusiastic, with a passion for providing excellent customer service
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and carrying goods
• Being able to think on your feet and find solutions to any issues that arise during deliveries is a big plus

Qualifications

• You must be above the school-leaver age in your country (school leaving age - GOV.UK)
• You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
• You must be fully licensed to drive and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on it

Benefits

• Discount card - 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
• Free food and hot drinks - provided for Colleagues in all our Warehouses
• Generous holiday entitlement - based on the hours you work, plus maternity and paternity leave
• Pension - we'll match between 4-7.5% of your pension contributions
• Sainsbury's share schemes - buy Sainsbury's shares at discounted prices
• Shopping discounts - special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
• Wellbeing support - including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme which is a confidential service providing support and guidance on a wide range of issues

An inclusive place to work and shop. We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential, and every customer feels welcome when they shop with us. To support this commitment, our colleagues may be entitled to a range of enhanced discretionary leave for families, as well as support for carers. We provide our colleagues resources to help them understand and support their role and their team effectively. Our internal colleague networks seek to ensure true representation for everyone, helping us identify and remove barriers that our colleagues may face. We are proud to offer a range of development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and career progression pathways, to help our colleagues grow and succeed. We also celebrate diversity through various initiatives and events, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please take a look here.