Driver/Depot Assistant

Sevenday Windows; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday allowance - 33 days

Christmas - New Year shutdown

Salary sacrifice pension

Employee discount

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Sevenday Windows in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a reliable driver for a temporary contract based role. You will be responsible for daily vehicle checks, loading and unloading, securing loads, and maintaining safety compliance on all journeys.

Expected hours are Weekdays 7:30am–4:30pm, totaling 42.5 hours per week. The position offers enhanced holiday allowance, a company shutdown over Christmas–New Year, a pension option, employee discounts and free on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Must have full UK driving licence.
• Ability to perform manual handling and safe lifting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Load and unload trucks with product.
• Ensure loads are secured before departure.
• Adhere to tachograph laws and road regulations.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness inside and out.
• Observe Highway Code at all times.
• Report any vehicle faults promptly.
• Assist depot manager with daily tasks to keep the depot running smoothly.
• Support goods in/out control and warehouse housekeeping.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Manual Handling

Job description

Sevenday - Stoke (Temporary Contract)

Reporting to: Depot Manager

Responsibilities

• All drivers are responsible for daily vehicle checks which will include water, tyres, oil, fuel, etc
• Load and unload trucks with product
• Ensure load is correctly stored and secured prior to departure
• All tachograph laws are observed and adhered to at all times where applicable
• No driver is to exceed the national speed limits permitted
• Ensure cleanliness of vehicle – inside and outside of vehicle
• All drivers to observe and adhere to Highway Code at all times
• The use of mobile phones whilst driving is strictly prohibited unless a hands-free kit is installed
• Always display a mature and professional attitude when dealing directly with customers
• Any queries regarding cash collection must be directed to the accounts dept prior to unloading delivery
• All drivers are responsible for ensuring goods are checked against despatch notes whilst unloading
• All vehicle faults are to be reported as soon as possible
• Assist depot manager when required with ad hoc daily activities to ensure the smooth running of the depot
• Support the Control of Goods In/Out
• Assist with the Day-to-Day housekeeping of warehouse and skip areas.

Skills & Knowledge

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Manual Handling

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Enhanced holiday allowance - 33 days per year!
• Christmas - New Year company shut down
• Optional Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Employee / store discount
• Free on-site parking

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm
• 42.5 hours per week

Supplemental Pay Types

• Bonus scheme

Work Location

In person

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