LGV Driver 7.5 tonne - Local

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a 7.5 tonne driver for a design-led furniture retailer in Crawley, UK. The role involves daily route planning, safe loading and unloading of furniture, customer communication, and maintaining delivery documentation. Applicants should have a C1 license and excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits include a company pension and generous leave. Ideal for those motivated to provide exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

Generous staff discount

Company Pension Scheme

Death in Service Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Perkbox Benefit Platform

33 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Must hold a C1 category license to drive 7.5 tonne vehicles.
• Up to 6 points on your driving license.
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Daily route planning and control of delivery documentation.
• Safe loading and unloading of furniture.
• Communication with customers and stores.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated and hardworking

Flexible approach to working hours

Job description

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Permanent role

£30,047.67 pa (£15.41 per hour)

Drivers are earning around £45k (10-15 hours overtime per week)

Excellent and Enhanced Overtime rates

Up to £80 per week for 5

• Trust Pilot Reviews

Mon to Fri 7 : 30am – 3 : 30pm (37.5 hours per week)

Local travel in West Sussex area

Generous staff discount on all products and goods

Company Pension Scheme

Death in Service Scheme

Perkbox Benefit Platform

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and a further service day after 5 years’ service

Employee Assistance Programme

Westray Recruitment Consultants are recruiting a 7.5 tonne driver to work with a leading, design‑led furniture retailer with a strong heritage and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and high quality products. This really is a lovely business that operates from multiple UK locations blending style, sustainability and innovation, to deliver high‑quality home furnishings that suit a wide range of interiors.

With decades of experience in the retail sector, the business has grown through a combination of strong family values, creative vision, and a commitment to both its people and the planet. From contemporary designs to timeless classics, they pride themselves on offering products that reflect the very best in craftsmanship and character.

The business really does value its employees which is demonstrated by the range of benefits on offer.

THE ROLE

Daily route planning and control of delivery documentation

Safe loading and unloading of furniture to customer properties and warehouses

Communication with customers, stores and warehouses

Some furniture assembly in customer properties

Collection of returns and recycled furniture

Plan and drive to predetermined appointments with due care and attention

Liaise with customers to confirm delivery times

Ensure furniture is unwrapped and checked for any damage prior to leaving the customer’s properties

Maintain vehicle to the legal requirements and as outlined in the Driver’s handbook

Adhere to health and safety rules and regulations

Other reasonable duties within the job holder’s capabilities

THE PERSON

As you will be in a customer facing role, it’s important that you have the following attributes :

Excellent communication skills

You must hold a C1 category licence to drive 7.5 tonne vehicles

You will have no more than 6 points on your driving licence

Holding a Driver CPC would be advantageous but not essential

Clean and tidy appearance, although a uniform will be provided

You must be self‑motivated and hardworking with a flexible approach to working hours, including being able to work overtime for which you will be paid an enhanced payment

Experience of multi‑drop deliveries within the furniture industry would be advantageous but is not essential

TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please send your CV to Harry Mann or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group