Driver

TrustFord; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days leave + buy/sell scheme

Pension & Life Assurance

Ford Privilege vehicle purchase scheme

Discount on Service, Bodyshop and Bits

Volunteer day

Cycle to work

Perks at Work

Job summary

TrustFord is seeking a Driver to join our Parts Distribution Centre. You will be responsible for delivering parts to Ford franchises and our own dealerships, handling related paperwork, and maintaining excellent customer service.

You will benefit from our induction programme and a supportive environment that values inclusivity, training and development, and long-term career progression. A full driving licence and safe driving record are essential.

Qualifications

• Multi-drop experience is desirable.
• Must hold a full and valid driving licence with no disqualifications within the past 11 years.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality parts to Ford franchises and our own dealerships.
• Handle necessary paperwork as required.

Skills

Multi-drop experience

Full driving licence

Team player

Independent worker

Job description

We enjoy working together and can always rely on each other's support.

We like the people we work with and respect how good they are at their jobs. We're all part of a big network with lots of opportunity, but each location also has its own thriving family, built on co-operation and openness. You'll be part of a great team who will always support you, and make sure you feel fully informed about the direction of the business and your role in it.

We are looking for a Driver to join us at our Parts Distribution Centre. Applicants should demonstrate drive, commitment and enthusiasm and drive the standard in customer care, along with willingness to contribute to your team.

We are looking for a Driver. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality parts to all Ford franchises, as well as our own dealerships. But our success is down to our industry-leading levels of customer service. You'll be responsible for delivering Parts to our customers and will also handle any necessary paperwork as required. You will have a helpful and professional manner, as well as fantastic customer service skills which are essential for this role.

Together with our generous rewards and structured approach to training and development, we offer real job security and every opportunity to progress.

• Do you have multi-drop experience?
• Can you work independently and as part of a team?
• Are you comfortable loading and unloading delivery vehicles multiple times per day?
• Do you hold a full and valid driving licence with no disqualifications for careless or drink driving offences within the past 11 years?

In addition to receiving a competitive salary, for the right candidate this position will offer:

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) in addition to an annual leave purchase & sale scheme
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• Ford Privilege vehicle purchase scheme
• Discount on Service, Bodyshop and Parts
• 1 day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Cycle to work purchase scheme
• Access to Perks at Work discount website

For your first 2 days in the business, you'll be attending our fantastic residential induction academy. This is at a lovely hotel in the heart of the Northampton countryside, where you'll learn all about our business before you start your new role.

Our PPA is what makes TrustFord. Our Network Groups support us in allowing for every colleague to respect and care for one another no matter what... be it your race, ability, gender, or who you love. This helps us to develop inclusive and diverse teams, truly representative of the communities that we operate in. We welcome applications from everyone. We work with our colleague network Groups - including our Race, LGBTQ+, Disability and Gender Networks to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds.

To request any adjustments, please ask this during the application stage or contact the Recruitment Team.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - To help us be more inclusive, requests for flexible working will be considered at any point in your application or employment. Although we may deem this may not be suitable for every role, we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any requirements you may have.

TrustFord is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds other than ability to carry out the job role.

All offers of employment are subject to a background check.

We advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance then we will contact agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.