Job Title: Delivery Driver
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: 27,997 Per Annum
Job type: Permanent, Full Time. Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm.
The Plumbing Distribution Company Ltd is a thriving B2B distribution business known for delivering high-quality plumbing products and superior service to our customers. With a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we have been serving our merchants since 2006. Our family run business is seeking a dedicated and experienced Delivery Driver to join our team and lead our operations to new heights.
As a Delivery Driver, you'll play a pivotal role in our operations, being responsible for the seamless transportation and delivery of items from our distribution centre to clients or businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
* Delivering approx. 10 - 15 drops per day on pre-routed delivery schedule, with generous timed drops allowing time to spend helping customers place goods where needed.
* Assigned your own van to keep clean, tidy, and maintained.
* Responsibility for daily vehicle safety checks ensuring sufficient fuel is available and vehicles comply with road safety standards.
* Loading, transporting and delivery of items from PDC's warehouse to businesses of our valued customers in a safe and timely manner, forging relationships with them.
* Deliver goods to a dynamic and multicultural community of customers, prioritising effective communication and sensitivity to cultural differences during deliveries.
* Use knowledge of Highway code, driving etiquette and parking laws to maintain the highest standard of driving as a representative of the company in branded vehicles.
* Report any damage, accident or collisions as soon and as safely as possible on our reporting software.
* Maintain vehicle and driver safety by completing daily and weekly checks, reporting any incidents or issues promptly, and ensuring compliance with road safety standards.
* Proof of Delivery: Ensure the collection of customer signatures as proof and take clear pictures of successful delivery.
* Navigation and Route Optimisation: Utilise navigation tools, including Max Optra software, to determine the most efficient, secure routes to delivery points and manage logistics.
* Operate and maintain proficiency with mobile devices using the company's internal software which helps schedule tasks, and track progress in real-time.
* Review orders before and after delivery to guarantee completeness and accuracy.
* Light warehouse duties if returning before shift end time.
Requirements:
* It is crucial for our insurance purposes that candidates are over 30 years of age.
* Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
* Experience of driving a 3.5t long wheelbase van.
* Experience in delivery driving and warehouse operations.
* Familiarity with navigation tools and software for route optimisation.
* Ability to lift and carry heavy items up to 25kg.
* Good geographical knowledge of UK road network.
* Math's and English at GCSE Grade C or 4.
* Commitment to the role and reliability.
* Flexibility to be able to carry out overtime when needed.
* Please note that we are based in East Hanningfield (CM3 8EB) and you must be a Driver with permanent access to a car as we are not accessible in any way via public transport!
Desirable Skills:
* Customer service experience.
* Experience of driving in and around surrounding areas of London.
* Friendly professional team player.
* Previous distribution delivery driver experience.
* Living within a 30-minute drive from CM2 8EB.
* We are looking for the friendliest, highly skilled candidates who will be able to maintain our core values.
Benefits:
* 28 days Holiday (20 days plus Bank Holidays), increasing by one day after one year's service and every year up to a maximum of five years.
* Overtime at 1.5ph.
* Full Uniform supplied. (Summer & Winter).
* Healthy snacks and drinks provided.
* Christmas shutdown (deducted from annual entitlement).
* Free parking.
* Training and support.
* Training will be provided to you both online and on the job to give you all the tools you need to be successful in the role.
* We provide regular reviews to ensure you are happy within your role and identify any areas that you may need help with; you are fully supported throughout your career with us.
If you are enthusiastic, ambitious, and ready to embrace a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a part of our dynamic and growing team!
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