Retail Area Collector

The Salvation Army; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in England is seeking a Retail Area Collector responsible for collecting and delivering goods to private homes. The ideal candidate will possess a full driving license, a positive attitude, and experience in manual handling. Joining our team means contributing to a noble cause while enjoying benefits such as a pension scheme and 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays. There are no evening or Sunday shifts, ensuring a great work-life balance.

Benefits

Virtual GP service

Fantastic pension scheme

Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service.
• Full and current driving licence.
• Experience with manual handling.
• Knowledge and passion for charity retailing.
• Knowledge of the local area.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the collection and delivery of goods.
• Assess donated goods for quality.
• Assist in the shop when not driving.

Skills

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Manual handling experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

As a Retail Area Collector, you will primarily be responsible for the collection and delivery of goods to private homes. You will assess donated goods for quality and assist in the shop when you do not need to drive. This role involves extensive manual handling.

We are looking for a friendly & helpful new member of the team. If you have had customer‑focused experience in paid or voluntary roles, enjoy meeting people, and have a positive, friendly outlook, then we want you to help our teams make the shop as successful as possible.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service
• Full and current driving licence
• Manual handling experience
• Passion for charity retailing
• Knowledge of local area
• Adaptability and quick thinking on your feet

What It’s Like to Work With Us

Working for the Salvation Army Trading Company has been an incredibly rewarding experience.
Not only do I get to support a noble cause by contributing to humanitarian efforts, but I also get to be part of an inspired supportive employer that's making a real difference in people's lives.
It’s truly heartwarming to see the positive impact we have on individuals and communities. — GT, Sales Assistant/Driver

What I like about working for SATCoL is seeing how we help raise funds for people in need and working daily with those who need help. Being able to work with a great daily team and bring smiles to people who need it is the best benefit here. — JL, Sales Assistant

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors. Please be aware that this advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.

Why Join Us?

• You're part of a company named in The UK's Top 25 Best Large Companies to work for and Charity's Top 5 Best Organisations by Best Companies Ltd.
• We passionately care about colleagues, stakeholders, and the planet, and are the current recipient of the prestigious Charity Retailer of the Year award.
• We are different, exciting, innovative, and extremely successful in the charity retail market.
• Enjoy benefits such as a virtual GP service, fantastic pension scheme, and starting holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays.
• There's no evening or Sunday work.
• Have excellent customer service skills.