Van Driver

Recruitment Helpline; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing parts distribution centre in Broadstairs is seeking a Van Driver for an early morning shift. The role involves delivering vehicle parts across various locations, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a full UK driving license, be reliable, and possess a technical interest in vehicle parts. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including holidays and bonuses.

Benefits

32 days annual holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Company Pension

Uniform provided

Annual staff social events

Qualifications

• Technical interest in vehicle parts handling is essential.
• Delivery driver experience preferred but not essential.
• Aged over 25 due to insurance restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver parts across various locations in Kent, Sussex, and London.
• Load and unload the van, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and collections.

Skills

Reliable and well-organised

Polite & professional

Safe & competent driver

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Van Driver - Early Morning Shift

Vehicle Parts Distribution Centre located in Broadstairs, Kent.

We are currently searching for an enthusiastic candidate that would be interested in applying for a van driving role in a growing parts centre, distributing Stellantis, BMW, JLR and Honda vehicle parts to the company's trade customers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver parts across various locations in Kent, Sussex, and London.
• Load and unload the van, ensure timely deliveries, and maintain accurate records of deliveries and collections.
• Familiarity with the local areas and a clean driving record are essential for this position.

Candidate profile

• Reliable, well-organised and meticulous.
• A technical interest is essential; a good understanding of the parts you are handling will be a key to success.
• Own transport is required due to rural location.
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferably no points).
• Polite & professional.
• Aged over 25 (due to insurance restrictions).
• Safe & competent driver.

Employment details

• Full time position, salary ranging from £25,000 + bonus + overtime.
• Working hours: Night shift 40 hours over 4 days; Tuesday - Friday, with an early start time of 4am. Saturday working will be required on a rota, paid as overtime.

Requirements

• Delivery driver experience preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• 32 days annual holiday (includes 8 bank holiday days) - pro-rata for part time staff.
• Good rates of pay, with a supplement for night shifts.
• Bonus scheme.
• Welcome pack & company induction.
• Uniform provided.
• Discounted servicing & parts across the Group.
• Company Pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual staff social events.
• Barretts Summer Ball (held every 2 years).

About the company

In 2022, the company celebrated its 120th anniversary, as a family-owned and operated business. They one of the few family businesses that have been trading in Canterbury since the turn of the last century, providing a unique, personal and first-class customer service across Kent.

The company has evolved from selling cycle fittings in 1902 to acquiring & developing multiple leading vehicle franchises in the Canterbury & Ashford areas.

They pride themselves on customer service, and with over 100 years of experience, they know the level of service you expect to receive from a trusted family dealership. They are passionate about making their car buying process an enjoyable experience, with their team of professional staff, that you can trust and rely on to guide you through seamlessly.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need