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We are a leading independent wholesaler of fine foods. A family business supplying a wide range of fine foods to discerning retailers for over 50 years.
At Holleys we strive to provide a first class service to our customers, providing the certainty they need to be successful.
We are a growing fine food wholesaler distributor business looking to recruit team members for our new London/South East delivery hub. You will be reporting directly to the National Transport Manager.
The Job
A multidrop delivery job that doesn't require 100 drops a day or facing constant pressure!
Our drivers typically do 15-25 drops a day, both out of town and into London, delivering to a range of independent retailers, delicatessens, farm shops, garden centres etc. You will need to be the company's ambassador when delivering to our customers, and You will often get a friendly reception from loyal customers who rely on Holleys to keep them stocked up. Covering areas from Norfolk to Brighton and Kent, as well as Greater London you will gets lots of variation, and visit some beautiful places (we do cover bigger towns & cities too).
We provide the van, any equipment required.
Major Responsibilities:
· Driving safely and efficiently
· Delivering orders to customers.
· Checking deliveries to ensure they are correct
. Confirming deliveries on our handheld PDA computers,
· Liaising with Customers and satisfying their expectations for Delivery
· Reporting any incidents or personal changes which impact on driving or delivery.
· Carrying out daily vehicle checks as specified and ensure any damages and defects are reported to the Transport Manager.
. Ensure the Vehicle is kept clean and tidy, washing as required.
· Taking all reasonable care of own safety and others including following all safe systems of work and safety instructions and using personal protection equipment as required
· Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving .
Specifications / Skills:
Essential:
· Ability to drive and operate a delivery van safely and responsibly.
· Excellent team player
.Willing/able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business
· Experience of multi-drop deliveries on 3.5 T van
. Able to adhere to the pre planned delivery schedule
. Experience of dealing with customers
· Desire to work and positive attitude
· Valid Driving License (Maximum 4 points)
· Good level of English
· Reliable
· In good health, able to cope with the requirements of a multidrop delivery job.
Desirable:
· Experience in busy operational environment
. Experience of driving commercial vehicles in London
· Experience of working to deadlines
· Ideally worked as a multi drop van driver, driving a 3.5ton van.
· Familiarity with commercial driving regulations and best practices
· Understanding of health & safety in the workplace
· Friendly and professional manner when dealing with customers.
Holleys will provide full on the job training and support, a competitive wage plus additional company employee benefit. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing friendly company
Provisions:
This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed in the future depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels. You may be requested to do other tasks as required by Management,
Job Type: Full-time, Tuesday to Friday. Flexible start times, depending on the day & route, but typically 05:00-07:00
Salary: £13.79 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Profit Share Scheme (after probationary period)
Schedule:
- Flexible shift to meet needs of the business
- Day shift
- Tuesday to Friday
Experience:
- Commercial driving: 1 year (preferred)
- Multi-drop driving: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (essential)
- No more than 4 points (essential)
Location:
- Must live locally to our depot
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.79 per hour
Expected hours: 37 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bishops Stortford, CM23 5PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Multidrop: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- clean driving licence (Max 4 points) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person