Delivery Technician - Driver

Wincanton PLC; Harlow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Harlow is seeking a Delivery Technician - Driver to deliver products safely to customers. The ideal candidate will hold a valid LGV or HGV Class 2 licence and possess strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and various perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

First Aid Training

Free onsite parking

Uniform

Retail discounts

Pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LGV, HGV Class 2 licence or 7.5t licence.
• Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products from the Warehouse to customers' residences.
• Ensure safe delivery with excellent service.
• Manage heavy items as part of a crew.

Skills

Valid LGV, HGV Class 2 licence or 7.5t licence

Valid Digital Tachograph card

Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)

Attention to details

Clear communication skills

Job description

Delivery Technician - Driver

Wincanton

Location: Harlow, Essex

Salary: £45,906 per year

Contract: Permanent • Full-time

Shift Pattern: Working 4 days per week Monday - Saturday on a 3-week rotating shift pattern (5 days off together during rest days every 3 weeks)

Job Description: We are currently recruiting for Delivery Technician - Drivers, to join our busy and evolving transport team in our 2-person Home Delivery Network, working for a leading logistics company. As a home delivery driver, you\'ll be responsible for delivering products from the Warehouse/Distribution Centre to our customers\' residences; ensuring our products are delivered safely with an exceptional service. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and pride ourselves on our social value commitments and our strategy to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our people are what make us great!

Location: Harlow Distribution Centre, Icon Park, Third Avenue

Essential skills required:

• Valid and in date LGV, HGV Class 2 licence or 7.5t licence
• Valid Digital Tachograph card
• An up-to-date Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)
• A good understanding of Drivers hours, legislation, and WTD
• No more than 6 points endorsed on your driving licence
• DBS required in which the company will provide
• Attention to details
• Ability to assess, lift and manage heavy items as part of a 2/3- or 4-person crew

Experience & Key Skills:

• Clear and effective communication skills for conveying delivery information, addressing customer inquiries, and providing updates on delivery status
• Maintaining a professional demeanour throughout interactions with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Presenting oneself neatly, in a professional manner and adhering to company dress code policies
• Understanding the importance of delivering exceptional service and striving to exceed customer expectations
• Effective time management skills to ensure timely deliveries while adhering to delivery schedules and deadlines
• Hands-on role with heavy lifting/handling and varied responsibilities; capable of performing the required work
• Flexibility in work hours may be required to accommodate operational needs and respond to emergencies or unplanned events outside of regular business hours

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary
• First Aid, Health and Safety & Fire Marshall Training available
• Free onsite parking
• Uniform
• Retail discounts
• Pension scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing and benefits Portal

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. We\'re committed to career progression, training enrichment and multi-skilling in a dynamic working environment.

Linked Career Path:

• Class 1 Driver
• Transport Supervisor, Transport Manager

About Us: Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions including storage, handling and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer \'dark stores\'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK\'s best-known companies.