Driver's Mate

C&C Group Plc; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Life assurance

Holiday purchase option

Vouchers & discounts

Great working environment

Job summary

C&C Group Plc invites you to join as a Driver's Mate at one of our regional depots, assisting our Drivers with deliveries to pubs, clubs, hotels and restaurants across the region, gaining valuable experience in a forward-thinking organisation.

This role focuses on teamwork, safety and delivering excellent customer service, with on-the-job training and a pension scheme, discretionary bonus, life assurance and a generous holiday option, all supported by depot locations with easy road access.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Comfort using handheld technology to capture orders.

Responsibilities

• Assist Drivers with deliveries to pubs, clubs, hotels and restaurants across the region.
• Assist with loading and unloading, and navigate routes.
• Maintain safety and professionalism with customers.
• Check delivery orders for accuracy and resolve issues.
• Operate from regional depots with good road access.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Customer service

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Device usage

Job description

Join our team as a Driver's Mate at one of our regional depots, where you'll embark on daily adventures assisting our Drivers with deliveries to renowned pubs, clubs, hotels, and restaurants throughout the region. In return, you'll receive fantastic benefits and the chance to advance your career in an exciting organisation with bold plans for the future!

Due to the handling of alcohol, you must meet the minimum age requirement to handle these products and enter customer premises.

About the role

• Collaborating closely with our drivers to transport our beverages to various pubs, clubs, bars, and restaurants across the country, where each day brings new experiences.
• Engaging in a variety of tasks, including map navigation, assisting with loading, and unloading, aiding with tricky manoeuvres, and managing paperwork.
• Prioritizing safety above all else and maintaining a professional and friendly demeanour with customers.
• Operating from one of our numerous regional depots, all conveniently located with excellent road access and onsite parking facilities.
• Interacting with customers to review their delivery orders, ensuring accuracy, addressing any concerns they may have, and resolving issues such as missing items.

About you

• The ability to handle heavy lifting.
• Readiness to take initiative and work effectively as part of a team.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and a willingness to acquire new skills.
• Exceptional numerical and literacy skills
• Proficiency in utilising hand-held technology for capturing order queries.

What we provide

• Generous salary
• Additional week's holiday purchase option
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Benefits scheme offering vouchers, discounts, and more.
• Excellent working environment with opportunities for development