Warehouse Operative / Van Driver - Temp to Perm

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Van Driver to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety and compliance. The role requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Candidates must possess a valid driving license and demonstrate reliability and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current driving licence, maximum of 6 points.
• Good level of fitness for physical work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure safe loading.
• Deliver goods and maintain contact with customers.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Reliability

Job description

As a Van Driver for our client, you will carry out deliveries on behalf of the company in a safe, timely and efficient manner as required by the business. As a representative of the company, you will be required to possess a positive, can-do attitude and build good working relationships with both customers and the inhouse team.

Driver responsibilities

• To conduct daily vehicle checks.

• To ensure your vehicle is loaded with the correct product and that the load is restrained/strapped and safe to drive.

• To deliver the goods in order where neededapp and complete delivery confirmations

• To always maintain contact with customers regarding delivery time.

• To report any issues on site back to the branch.

• To drive in accordance with the law, our Transport Policies and Procedures and current legislation.

• To ensure all work is in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Company.

HS&E

• To work in accordance with environmental and health and safety regulations, and ensure the Health and Safety of all staff, including reporting environmental and health and safety, near misses and accidents.

• To comply with the Company Quality, Environmental and Health and Safety Policies and objectives in every aspect of own work.

Job Requirements:

• Current driving licence, maximum of 6 points.

• A good level of fitness to be able to complete the physical work required.

• Ability to follow clear instructions from Supervisors, Managers and Directors.

• Ability to drive safely and be trustworthy and reliable.

• Excellent customer service skills to help promote a professional image of the company at all times.

• Ability to work as part of a professional team.

• Basic numeracy and literacy essential.

• Good communication skills.