At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist drivers in delivering large items to homes, ensuring excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a well-established logistics company based in Bristol.
- Benefits: Earn £13.05 per hour with overtime pay and flexible shifts.
- Other info: Weekend work is mandatory; training provided for all new hires.
- Why this job: Get fit while working and enjoy the satisfaction of helping customers.
- Qualifications: Must be physically fit, reliable, and have strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 13.05 - 13.05 £ per hour.
Flexible People Ltd are currently recruiting Drivers Mates to work alongside experienced 7.5t lorry drivers for a well-established client based in Bristol.
The Role
As a Drivers Mate, you will assist with the delivery of large items to residential properties, including:
- Flat-pack furniture
- Gym equipment
- White goods
This is a physically demanding role and requires a good level of fitness, as heavy lifting is involved.
Working Hours & Shifts
The client operates 7 days a week. The current rotas we have are Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday. Weekend work is involved and is compulsory.
Start time: 06:00
Shift length: approximately 9-11 hours per day
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting the driver with safe delivery of goods
- Calling customers ahead of arrival to provide delivery updates
- Delivering excellent customer service at all times
- Acting as a Banksman when the lorry is reversing (full training provided)
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
- Be physically fit and capable of lifting heavy items
- Be reliable, organised, and punctual
- Have strong communication and customer service skills
- Be able to reliably commute to Southampton
- Own your own steel toe cap safety boots and high-visibility vest
Training & Compliance
Attendance at a mandatory induction day is required before starting. Drug testing may be carried out at any time, including during induction.
Pay
£13.05 per hour
£19.58 per hour overtime, paid for hours worked over 48 hours per week.
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