Driver/Branch Assistant

Vp plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Salary Sacrifice Pension

25 days annual leave

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance 3x Salary

Share Save Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Vp plc is seeking a delivery driver in Newcastle upon Tyne to perform multi-drop deliveries and on-site equipment demonstrations. You will provide excellent customer service, handle equipment safely, and support branch operations with ad hoc tasks.

The role includes driving a company vehicle, maintaining safety standards, and opportunity for development within a leading UK equipment hire group.

Qualifications

• Multi-drop driving experience is required.
• Enjoy meeting people and demonstrate what great customer service looks like.
• Interest in machinery; basic knowledge of equipment or willingness to learn.
• Safety in the workplace awareness is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Multi-drop driving

Area knowledge

Customer service

Machinery interest

Safety awareness

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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

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.

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.