HGV Driver (nights)

The Sofa Delivery Company (part of the DFS Group); Farnborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift bonus

Shop discounts

Wellbeing support

Career growth

Enhanced leave

Job summary

The Sofa Delivery Company, part of the DFS Group, is hiring for a two-person delivery team role in the UK. You will handle loading, unloading and installing furniture in customers’ homes, ensuring safe, timely deliveries and top-notch service.

The role includes night shifts and a competitive salary with a potential annual bonus. Candidates must hold a HGV/Class 1 License, Digi Tacho, CPC Card and a valid UK manual licence.

Qualifications

• Must hold HGV/Class 1 License, Digi Tacho, CPC Card and a valid UK manual driving licence (min 12 months, max 6 points).
• Great with people and enjoy helping customers.
• Strong time management and thrive on variety.
• Comfortable installing and lifting heavy furniture in home settings.
• Take pride in safety for self and others.
• Ready to work as part of a two-person delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and install furniture with care as part of a two-person team.
• Assist customers and provide excellent service during doorstep delivery.
• Follow safety procedures and route plans to ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

People skills

Time management

Safety focus

Tools

HGV/Class 1 License

Digi Tacho

CPC Card

UK manual licence

Job description

Your new role

Package Description

About The Sofa Delivery Company

At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. That's why we're on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count. As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands - DFS and Sofology.

Our colleagues are given the tools, training and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile, for our customers and each other. Whether you're in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customer's home, at The Sofa Delivery Company, you'll deliver moments that matter.

The Highlights

Here's what we offer:

• Great Pay: A competitive salary of £36,518 & £4456 night rate per annum (£19.67 & £4 per hour) plus an annual bonus of up to £2000 (paid quarterly) for delivering an amazing service.
• Stress-Free Routing: No guesswork. Our 'Apollo' route planner creates efficient journeys to take the stress out of route planning
• Enjoy driving vehicles that are well maintained
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern - 6pm-5am

There's more...

• Generous Discounts: 30% off DFS and Sofology products for you, plus 15% for friends and family.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a range of perks, including retailer discounts, free on-site physio sessions, and health services.
• Career Growth: Tools, training, and support to help you grow with us.
• Enhanced Leave: Maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and more.

The role is for you if...

• You hold a HGV / Class 1 License, Digi Tacho, CPC Card and valid UK manual driving licence (minimum 12 months, max 6 points).
• You're great with people and enjoy helping customers.
• You've got strong time management skills and thrive on variety.
• You're comfortable installing and lifting heavy furniture in different home settings.
• You take pride in your work and value safety - of yourself and those around you.
• You're ready to work as part of a supportive two-person team.