Contract : Full time
Higher pay rate is achieved by : Shift Allowance
Job Details
Job Type: Delivery Porter
* Location: Theale, Reading, RG7 4AD
* Salary: £12.34 (06:00 - 17:00) + (10:30 - 21:30) £12.69 per hour
* Hours of Work: Varied hours over a 4-day working week. Shifts include 06:00 - 17:00 or 10:30 - 21:30, with Saturdays scheduled from 07:00 - 18:00. The position requires working 3 Saturdays out of every 5.
Role Overview
* Role Title: Porter/Driver's Mate
* Position: Temporary
* Location: Theale, Reading, RG7 4AD
* Pay: £12.34 - £12.69 per hour
As a Porter/Driver's Mate, you will be essential in providing a smooth and efficient delivery and installation process for our customers. This non-driving position offers valuable experience and an opportunity for a permanent role with a well renowned company.
Responsibilities
* Daily Operations: Begin your day by safely loading the delivery vehicle. Support the driver in the installation and assembly of appliances, TVs, and furniture, following site protocols.
* Customer Service: Contact customers 30 minutes before arrival. Deliver items to the specified room and assist with any booked services, such as installing and disconnecting white goods and assembling flat-pack furniture.
* Completion of Tasks: Ensure that any packaging is taken away if requested. Report any incidents or accidents to the management team immediately and maintain a professional attitude throughout the delivery process.
Desirable Qualities
* Strong Communication Skills: Ability to interact clearly and courteously with customers.
* Attention to Detail: Careful and precise in handling and installing items.
* Organized and Efficient: Capable of managing time effectively and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
* Physical Stamina: Able to handle and lift heavy items as required by the role.
* Problem-Solving Ability: Quick to address and resolve any issues that arise during the delivery and installation process.
* Positive Attitude: Approachable and enthusiastic, with a willingness to go the extra mile for customer satisfaction.
Benefits
* Hourly rate as above (not age dependent)
* 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
* 24hr Oncall Support
* Canteen
* Induction Training
* Ongoing Assignment
* Pension Scheme
* Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
* Training Provided
* Weekend Work
Reading
Reading, Berkshire
reading@thebestconnection.co.uk