Driver/Branch Assistant

MEP Hire; Belmont; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Cycle to work

Health Shield

Résumé du poste

MEP Hire is seeking a Driver/Branch Assistant to join our team in the UK. You will spend most days on the road delivering and collecting equipment in a 7.5t vehicle, demoing how gear works to customers, and then returning to the branch to help keep operations running smoothly.

You must hold a 7.5t entitlement and be comfortable meeting customers on-site, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and identifying opportunities to support service delivery and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Multi-drop driving experience
• Experience of driving a 7.5T vehicle and knowledge of the area
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Basic knowledge of how equipment works or eagerness to learn
• Ability to demonstrate equipment to customers after training
• Solid understanding of health and safety in the workplace
• 7.5t UK driving licence essential

Responsabilités

• Deliver and collect equipment on a 7.5t vehicle to customers
• Carry out daily vehicle checks (oil/water, lights, tyres) and complete documentation
• Present equipment to a high standard and assist customers on-site
• Support branch operations and help maintain health and safety standards

Connaissances

Multi-drop driving

7.5t driving

Customer service

Machinery knowledge

Demonstrate equipment

Health and safety

7.5t licence

Description du poste

Working for us as a Driver/Branch Assistant, you'll spend much of your day out on the road delivering and collecting equipment from customers in a 7.5t vehicle. As part of the service, you may also be required to demonstrate how equipment should be used, ensuring customers feel confident and supported. Once your deliveries and collections are complete, you'll return to the branch and work alongside the wider team to help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. We are specifically looking for someone with the appropriate 7.5t driving entitlement for this role and are not seeking candidates with a Class 1 or Class 2 licence. You'll be responsible for completing all deliveries and collections allocated by your line manager, carrying out daily vehicle checks such as oil and water levels, lights and tyres, and ensuring all customer and business documentation is completed accurately and in full. You'll also be expected to present equipment to a high standard, remain alert to potential new business opportunities while out on the road, and play an active part in maintaining MEP's strong health and safety standards.

• Multi-drop driving experience
• Experience of driving a 7.5T vehicle and a good knowledge of the area
• You'll enjoy meeting people, being an advocate for great customer service
• With an interest in machinery, you will have basic knowledge of how equipment works or be keen to learn and widen your own expertise
• Ability to demonstrate the use of all equipment (once learned)
• Basic knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace
• 7.5t UK driving licence essential

About MEP Hire

MEP Hire is a leading provider of mechanical and electrical press fittings and low-level access products in the UK. We cater to the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical markets, delivering reliable solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients.

With a strong commitment to excellence, MEP Hire has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. Our focus on mechanical and electrical press fittings ensures that we deliver high-quality products that meet the rigorous standards of the construction and installation processes. We understand the unique requirements of the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical sectors. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of low-level access products, designed to facilitate safe and efficient work at height. At MEP Hire, we prioritise customer satisfaction. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing exceptional service and support, ensuring that our clients receive the right products and solutions for their projects. We value long-term partnerships and strive to exceed expectations in every interaction. Joining MEP Hire means becoming part of a company that values excellence, innovation, and customer-centricity. We offer a dynamic work environment where your skills and expertise will be recognised and celebrated. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical markets, delivering reliable and efficient solutions to our valued customers.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days annual leave FTE, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline - free joining