Driver/Valeter

Jarvie Plant Group Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Driver/Valeter in a supportive environment where your dedication is valued. This role involves delivering and collecting rental vehicles, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring vehicles meet safety standards. You will gain practical experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting. Enjoy a Monday to Friday work pattern with opportunities for overtime, tailored learning programs, and a range of employee benefits. This is a fantastic chance to advance your career while contributing to a company that values its people.

Benefits

Tailored Learning Opportunities

Employee Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
• Experience in a driving or rental environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect rental vehicles from customer locations.
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned to a high standard before hire.

Skills

UK driving licence

Customer service skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Driver/Valeter to join our JP Rentals Team at our Edinburgh Depot, Newbridge. This key role supports our operations by ensuring that all rental vehicles are delivered and collected on time, while also maintaining the high standard of cleanliness expected for our vehicles. The main duties of this role include:

• Safely deliver and collect rental vehicles from customer locations.
• Ensure all vehicles are thoroughly cleaned to a high standard, both inside and out, before they are made available for hire.
• Conduct off-hire inspections and record any damages.
• Checking of service certificates that are due and update service stickers on equipment.
• Refuel vehicles when necessary after off-hire.
• Perform essential safety checks on vehicles (oil, tyres, screen wash, etc.) to ensure they are safe for hire.
• Test drive vehicles when required to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Help with general site and yard maintenance as needed.

Are you the right person?

We’d love to see the following skills and experience from our applicants:

• A full UK driving licence (Essential).
• Previous experience in a driving and/or rental environment (Desirable).
• Experience in cleaning equipment or vehicles to a high standard.
• Customer-focused with a “can-do” attitude.
• Team player who enjoys collaborating with others.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and hands-on team, where your hard work and dedication are valued while gaining practical experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Monday to Friday work pattern (overtime available).
• Tailored Learning Opportunities and a comprehensive Learning & Development Programme.
• Family Friendly Policies.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Staff Discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Recognition Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Company Pension Scheme.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through our Employment Hero recruitment portal. For any questions or further information, feel free to contact us at [e-mail].

Important to Know:

• We do not consider applications requiring sponsorship. International applicants must confirm their Right to Work in the UK.
• Offers are subject to satisfactory checks.
• We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees.

Jarvie Plant – where people are and always will be our greatest asset!