Driver/Branch Assistant

Vp plc; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life Assurance

25 days leave

Tool Hire

Discounts

Eye Care

Cycle to Work

Learning & Development

Job summary

Brandon Hire Station is looking for a Driver/Branch Assistant to cover deliveries and collections across the branch network in the UK. You’ll join a team that values practical customer service, safety, and efficient vehicle handling.

On a typical day you’ll demonstrate equipment to customers, work with the branch team, and help with general branch duties. Chances to develop basic machinery knowledge and safety awareness are available in this role.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Strong customer service skills and professionalism on-site.
• Willingness to learn about equipment and operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out deliveries and collections as assigned by your line manager.
• Provide clear, confident demonstrations of equipment to customers when required.
• Maintain professional customer service on-site and while driving the company vehicle.
• Ensure all equipment is stored safely and correctly in branch and in transit.
• Assist with other ad hoc duties within the branch.

Skills

Multi-drop driving experience

Customer service

Area knowledge

Machinery awareness

Safety awareness

Full UK driving licence

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 24/5 accident helpline – free joining

A Little Bit About Us

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.