Wickes Southampton Class 2 Driver

Wincanton

  • Southampton
  • £16.26 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job Category: TransportDegree Level: No Formal EducationJob Description:Class 2 Wickes Home Delivery Driver£16.26 per hourPermanentTotton (Southampton)Role ProfileWincanton are looking for a Class 2 Driver who has a passion for customer service to join our team in Totton carrying out a mixture of deliveries for our Wickes contract.£16.26 per hour£38.057 per annum45 hours per weekMonday to Friday (Tuesday to Saturday ) please see highlighted paragraph below for details - starting between 0600 and 0700Overtime paid at £16.26 per hourHIAB licence preferred but not essential as training providedThis is a Hybrid position across Wickes distribution. The successful candidate will be expected to complete both positions highlighted below across a year,Delivering kitchen and bathroom flatpack products as part of a two-person crew to customer houses and flats.As required delivery of bulk items to customer homes using a Class 2 HIAB vehicle from Wickes stores. Single person operationThis is predominantly a Monday to Friday position utilising the Hiab Vehicle but there will be a requirement to cover Holidays / Sick on our Kitchen and Bathroom 2-man service which is a Tuesday to Saturday so planned flexibility of working days in the week is requiredBenefits include:28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)Uniform and PPEAccess to pension schemeShare incentive planDiscounts including breakdown cover, airport parking and EE NetworkChildcare vouchersMedical cash plansKey Responsibilities:Drive Company vehicles and operate Company equipment in a safe and professional manner in accordance with Company policies, procedures and legislationComply with the vehicle security and standing procedure at all timesCarry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to the operation of any vehicle, reporting any defects immediatelyReport any delivery issues or exceptions in a timely mannerOn return to site, you will report to the traffic office for full debriefThis role ability to self-manage and use initiative for solving problemsResponsible for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, adhering to safe working practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act, including accident, incident and damage reportingExperience and QualificationsMust hold a valid in date Class 2 licenceMust hold a Valid Digital Tachograph CardFull Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)Minimum 6 months Class 2 driving experienceHIAB licence - ALLMI or equivalent preferredPrevious experience in a customer facing role would be an advantageHave a positive, flexible attitude to work.Good timekeeper, with the ability to work unsupervisedDBS check will be undertakenDue to the nature of the work this role is physically demanding, and heavy manual handling is required. It is therefore essential that the successful applicant is capable to carry out this nature of work.We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment, a focus on developing your skills and a competitive salary.If you feel that you have what it takes to support Wincanton in delivering the best service, we would love to hear from you.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.About UsWincanton is a leading third party logistics (3PL) and supply chain solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. As the largest British logistics company we work in industry sectors as diverse as milk, defence, energy, retail, consumer goods and construction, supporting every stage of development and adding value through our supply chain expertise and innovative approach to logistics challenges. With over 17,000 colleagues across more than 200 sites and a 3,400 strong fleet of vehicles, we put our customers at the heart of everything we do and our mission is “to make our customers business's better, every day.”Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we provide significant opportunities for career progress, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

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