Your new role Ready to kickstart your driving career? Join us as a Trainee Driver at The Sofa Delivery Company, where you'll embark on our in-house Driving School programme! During your first 12 weeks, youll drive a 3.5-ton van as we prepare you to upgrade to your 7.5-ton driving licence.
Dont worry if youre new to driving a 7.5-ton vehicle - well guide you through the entire process. From covering the costs of your training and medical assessments to offering time off for your Theory & Hazard tests and Driver Training, weve got you covered.
Once youve completed your training and passed the necessary tests, you'll be promoted to a 7.5T Driver role, with a pay increase to match! Its a win-win, and well have you delivering with confidence in no time! With our 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, 7am - 7pm, youll have plenty of time to relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
What you'll be doing
Delivering furniture safely and professionally to customers homes.
Keeping customers in the loop with pre-delivery communication, so they know exactly when to expect you.
Ensuring that furniture is delivered to the room of choice and leaving no rubbish behind.
Working alongside your team and senior managers to provide feedback and improve service standards.
Represent The Sofa Delivery Company values and those of our brand partners in everything that you do.
Comply with all driving laws as defined by the government and all company policies and procedures.
The role is for you if...
Youve got great communication and time management skills.
You enjoy engaging with customers and helping meet their needs.
Youre comfortable delivering and installing furniture - wherever that may be.
You take pride in your work and focus on safety - both for yourself and others.
You thrive in a role with plenty of variety and occasional challenges.
Youre dedicated, with a strong work ethic and a desire to be recognised.
You enjoy being part of a fun, welcoming team.
Youre happy to lift heavy furniture when needed.
Requirements:
A valid UK driving licence with 6 points or fewer.
At least 2 years of driving experience, with no drink/drug driving convictions.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn!
About The Sofa Delivery Company
At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. Thats why were on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count. As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands - DFS and Sofology.
Our colleagues are given the tools, training and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile, for our customers and each other. Whether youre in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customers home, at The Sofa Delivery Company, youll deliver moments that matter.
Were an equal opportunities employer
DFS Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer; celebrating diversity and committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We extend a warm welcome to everyone, embracing a variety of voices and perspectives. As we continue to work on building a workplace that is representative of the customers we serve and the communities we live and work in, we strongly encourage applications from members of minority and under-represented groups. Across the Group, we want to create an environment where everyone feels at home.
Why Join Us?
At The Sofa Delivery Company, we believe in rewarding hard work and making every day enjoyable. Heres what we offer:
Great Pay : A competitive salary plus a quarterly bonus for delivering amazing service.
Work-Life Balance : A fantastic 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, giving you more time to relax and recharge.
Generous Discounts : 30% off DFS, Sofology, and Dwell products for you, plus 15% for friends and family.
Wellbeing Support : Access to a range of perks, including retailer discounts, free on-site physio sessions, and health services.
Career Growth : Tools, training, and support to help you grow with us.
Enhanced Leave : Maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and more.
Join us, and lets deliver moments that matter - together. ??
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