Trainee Driver: 3.5T to 7.5T Progression | 4-on 4-off

The Sofa Delivery Company; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sofa Delivery Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Trainee Driver to begin a driver career with our in-house Driving School.

During the first 12 weeks you’ll drive a 3.5-ton van as we prepare you to upgrade to a 7.5-ton licence. Training costs and medicals are covered, with time off for tests. After training you’ll progress to a 7.5T Driver with a pay raise and a 4-on, 4-off 7am–7pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with 6 points or fewer.
• At least 2 years of driving experience, with no drink/drug driving convictions.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Deliver furniture safely and professionally to customers’ homes.
• Keep customers informed with pre-delivery updates and expected arrival times.
• Ensure delivery to the room of choice and leave no rubbish behind.
• Work with your team and managers to improve service standards.
• Represent company values in all interactions.
• Comply with driving laws and company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

The Sofa Delivery Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Trainee Driver to begin a driver career with our in-house Driving School.

During the first 12 weeks you’ll drive a 3.5-ton van as we prepare you to upgrade to a 7.5-ton licence. Training costs and medicals are covered, with time off for tests. After training you’ll progress to a 7.5T Driver with a pay raise and a 4-on, 4-off 7am–7pm schedule.