Driver/Valeter - Southampton

U-Drive Vehicle Hire; Southampton; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

30 days annual leave (increasing with

Employee discount on U-Drive rental

Company-sponsored training and dev

Access to Employee Discount Program

Employee Assistance Program Health Ass

On-site parking

Résumé du poste

U-Drive Vehicle Hire in Southampton is seeking a friendly Driver/Valeter to support our branch operations. You will drive, deliver, and collect vehicles, while also valeting to high standards, ensuring rental vehicles are customer-ready.

The role requires a full UK driving license and a can-do attitude, with a 45-hour week on a Monday to Saturday rotation. Join a team focused on excellent service and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license
• Positive "can do" attitude
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Team player with honesty and trustworthiness
• Ability to prioritise and work in a fast-paced environment
• Prompt and courteous response to queries

Responsabilités

• Drive, deliver, and/or collect vehicles as directed
• Clean and valet vehicles to U-Drive standards
• Conduct end-of-hire vehicle checks for damage
• Complete drivers' logs and branch sign-in/out
• Perform Pre-Rental and Post-Rental Inspections, reporting faults and damage
• Park vehicles in designated areas
• Assist customers by showcasing vehicles and explaining controls

Connaissances

Full UK driving license

Can-do attitude

Customer service

Team player

Prioritization

Communication skills

Flexibility

Description du poste

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U-Drive are looking for a friendly and ‘can-do' Driver/Valeter who thrives in a customer-focused environment for our Southampton branch! If you have a full UK driving license who can confidently operate a range of vehicles we'd love to hear from you.

About The Role

As a Driver/Valeter at U-Drive, you'll play a crucial role in the efficient operation of our Southampton branch, working a 45-hour week on a Monday to Saturday rolling rota. This position involves driving responsibilities alongside vehicle valeting tasks to ensure our rental vehicles are well-maintained and customer ready. Whether delivering vehicles to branches or directly to customers, your attention to detail and commitment to customer service are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive, deliver, and/or collect vehicles as directed


• Clean and valet vehicles to U-Drive standards


• Conduct end-of-hire vehicle checks for damage


• Complete drivers' logs and branch sign-in/out


• Perform Pre-Rental and Post-Rental Vehicle Inspections, reporting faults and damage


• Park vehicles in designated areas


• Assist customers by showcasing vehicles and explaining controls

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Full UK driving license


• Positive "can do" attitude


• Effective communication skills for excellent customer service


• Team player with honesty and trustworthiness


• Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced environment


• Prompt and courteous response to queries

Benefits

About Us

With a 43-year history, U-Drive is a trusted family-owned vehicle rental company specialising in high-quality cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. We take pride in delivering excellent service to both business customers and private hirers.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with length of service


• Employee discount on U-Drive rental vehicles, including discounts for friends and family


• Company-sponsored training and development opportunities


• Access to Employee Discount Program offering savings at over 3,000 retailers


• Employee Assistance Program in partnership with Health Assured


• On-site parking where available

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