Van Home Delivery Driver 3.5T

Oak Furnitureland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Life assurance

Pension: employer contribution

Holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

My Rewards Programme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Oak Furnitureland is seeking a Van Home Delivery Driver for our Inverness Depot. You will join a two-person team delivering quality furniture to customers' homes, including assembly and installation where required.

The role is Monday to Friday, from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with flexibility to meet customer and operational needs. Expect an ambassador role with strong customer service and load-handling responsibilities.

Qualifications

• A valid UK/EU driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• At least 12 months driving experience and no disqualifications in the last 5 years.
• Ability to lift, carry and assemble heavy furniture.

Responsibilities

• Complete multi-drop deliveries safely and on schedule.
• Represent Oak Furnitureland with professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Safely handle, load and secure heavy furniture.
• Assemble and install furniture where required.
• Complete vehicle checks and comply with GB driving regulations.
• Work closely with the delivery partner for smooth deliveries.
• Resolve customer queries and delivery challenges professionally.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

12+ months driving experience

Heavy lifting capability

Customer service mindset

Teamwork and reliability

Good communication skills

Safe driving practices

Job description

At Oak Furnitureland, we’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. As a Van Home Delivery Driver working from our Inverness Depot, you’ll be more than just a driver, you’ll be a key ambassador for our brand, delivering quality furniture and outstanding service directly to our customers’ homes.

Working as part of a two-person delivery team, you’ll complete multi-drop deliveries across your region, safely transporting, handling and, where required, assembling and installing furniture. From doorstep delivery to room-of-choice and premium installation, you’ll ensure every customer receives a professional and memorable experience.

Shift Pattern:

This is a Monday-to-Friday role working 6am till 2.30pm however, flexibility to work within these hours is essential to support our customers and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Complete multi-drop deliveries safely, efficiently and on schedule.
• Represent Oak Furnitureland with professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Safely handle, load and secure heavy furniture.
• Assemble and install furniture where required.
• Complete vehicle checks and comply with GB driving and transport regulations.
• Work closely with your delivery partner to ensure smooth and efficient deliveries.
• Resolve customer queries and delivery challenges professionally.

Skills & experience:

• A valid UK/EU driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• A minimum of 12 months driving experience and no driving disqualifications within the last 5 years
• The physical ability to lift, carry and assemble heavy furniture.
• Experience with furniture delivery, assembly or installation is desirable
• Proven ability to follow delivery routes efficiently while ensuring loads are secure and handled safely to prevent damage to goods or property
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• A positive, professional and reliable attitude.
• Good teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• A good understanding of safe driving and load-handling practices.
• Flexibility to work within the required shift hours to meet customer expectations and operational demands.

Benefits

• Employee discount: amazing discounts available on all Oak Furnitureland products after successful completion of probation
• Life assurance: free cover of a minimum of two times your annual salary up to the age of 65
• 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Birthday: an additional day off for you to celebrate your birthday
• Pension: 4% employee contribution matched by the company
• Employee Assistance Programme: gives all employees access to both telephone and face-to-face counselling services
• My Rewards Programme: offers discounts on everything from restaurants and supermarkets, to entertainment and holidays
• Free on-site parking