Van Driver

Posted 3 days ago by First Fence

Permanent
Full Time
Motoring & Automotive Jobs
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
Job Description

Reporting to: Warehouse Supervisor

Our drivers are the face of First Fence, you are the final link in the customer journey and key to ensuring that our customers receive a 5 star service each and every time.

Operational Responsibilities
  • Timely and accurate collection/delivery of products throughout the UK.
  • Responsible and accountable for daily vehicle checks.
  • Responsible for basic maintenance of equipment to ensure roadworthy at all times (bulbs, oil top up etc, all parts are provided)
  • Report any defects on any equipment that you are using to your line Manager.
  • Goods and materials loaded by you/for you are checked for accuracy and quality.
  • Goods and materials loaded by you/for you are loaded safely and securely.
  • Follow and comply with all Health and Safety practices, policies, procedures and relevant Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
  • Correct paperwork to be completed accurately and handed to office as soon as possible.
  • All errors relating to quality and quantity are to be raised immediately to your line Manager.
  • Undertake any additional tasks as may reasonably be required from time to time.
How you do it
  • You have good geographic skills, with a strong knowledge of UK roads.
  • You can work well on your own using your initiative.
  • You are flexible with start and finish times dependent on business requirements.
  • You are a great team player, helping colleagues to complete their tasks when required.
  • You are courteous, friendly, and professional to your colleagues and customers ensuring customers leave feeling valued and respected.
  • You communicate well to colleagues and customers alike.
  • You ensure errors, customer feedback and leads are given to your line Manager promptly.
  • You have great care and attention to detail.
  • You have good numeracy and literacy skills, including written English.
  • You remain calm in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
  • You observe and comply with Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety procedures.
  • All employees are responsible for Health and Safety of themselves, their colleagues, and the whole site.