Driver/Branch Assistant

Vp Rail; Livingston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance 3x Salary

Share Save Scheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Brandon Hire Station is seeking a Driver/Branch Assistant in Livingston to deliver and collect equipment, then rejoin the team in the branch. You will use strong customer service skills while on the open road and at the branch.

This role suits someone who enjoys working with machinery, values safety, and holds a full UK driving licence. You’ll be part of a leading UK tool and equipment hire provider.

Qualifications

• Multidrop driving experience and good area knowledge.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to engage with customers.
• Interest in machinery and willingness to learn how equipment works.
• Basic knowledge of workplace safety.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all deliveries and collections as allocated to you by your line manager
• Give 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
• Ensure all equipment is stored safely and correctly whilst in branch and in transit
• Assist in any other ad hoc duties within the branch

Skills

Multidrop driving experience

Customer service

Machinery interest/learning

Workplace safety

UK driving licence

Job description

Job Introduction

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

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.