Driver/Branch Assistant

Vp plc; Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Pension

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance 3x Salary

Eye Care Vouchers

Share Save Scheme

Job summary

Brandon Hire Station, part of Vp plc, is seeking a Driver/Branch Assistant to manage deliveries and collections across sites and the branch. You will demonstrate equipment to customers and uphold high standards of service while driving the company vehicle and handling gear safely.

The role emphasizes customer engagement, safe storage of tools, and supporting branch activities, with opportunities to expand knowledge of machinery and practices across the business.

Qualifications

• Must have multi-drop driving experience and good knowledge of the area.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to engage with customers.
• Basic understanding of safety in the workplace and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all deliveries and collections as allocated by line manager.
• Give clear and confident demonstrations of equipment to customers.
• Display professional customer service on site and while driving the company vehicle.
• Ensure all equipment is stored safely in branch and in transit.
• Assist with any other ad hoc duties within the branch.

Skills

Multi-drop driving

Customer service

Road knowledge

Safety awareness

Job description

Working for us as our Driver/Branch Assistant you will be out and about much of the day delivering and collecting our equipment and then when you’re done with you will head back to base to join the team in the branch. This is a great opportunity to join our team if you are looking for a role where your customer service skills are put to good use, and you enjoy being on the open road whilst taking everything in your stride.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all deliveries and collections as allocated to you by your line manager
• Giving clear and confident demonstration of equipment to customers when required
• Display professional customer service at all times whilst on site and driving the company vehicle
• Ensuring all equipment is stored safely and correctly whilst in branch and in transit
• Assist in any other ad hoc duties within the branch

What We’re Looking For

• Multi-drop driving experience is required and a good knowledge of the area
• You enjoy meeting people and understand and can demonstrate what great customer service looks like
• With an interest in machinery, you will have basic knowledge of how equipment works and or be keen to learn and widen your own expertise
• Basic knowledge and understanding of safety in the workplace
• Full UK driving licence essential

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive Salary
• Salary Sacrifice Pension
• 25 days annual leave FTE + Bank Holidays
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3 x Salary
• Share Save Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Recommend a Friend Scheme
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Recognition
• My Vp Discounts – discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• EE Mobile Contract Discount
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

All the above managed through our Employee Engagement Platform – Spotlight

Brandon Hire Station is the leading provider of tool and equipment hire in the UK. Our commitment to exceptional customer support services is unmatched in the industry. We guarantee timely delivery of our tools and equipment through our branded vehicles and FORS accredited drivers. Plus, with our 'Everyday Product Hire Guarantee', you can trust that our most hired products are always available at every branch, every day, collected or delivered throughout the UK.

At Brandon Hire Station, we're actively looking for passionate individuals to join our team. We're committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and we're always on the lookout for like-minded professionals who share our dedication to excellence.

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.