Right Now Group are recruiting for a White Glove Delivery Driver & Installation Operative to join our client, a specialist logistics and delivery business providing premium delivery, handling and installation services.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and installing goods at clients' premises, ensuring items are handled with care and presented to the highest possible standard. Deliveries will take place across a variety of locations, including Central London, so a professional attitude, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach are essential.
Alongside driving and installation duties, the role will involve supporting the wider warehouse and operations team, including loading and unloading vehicles, stock handling, picking and packing, and maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, practical, hardworking and flexible, with a strong team ethic and the ability to work independently while maintaining excellent service standards.
Key Responsibilities of a White Glove Delivery Driver & Installation Operative
- Carry out white glove deliveries and installation work for clients across a variety of locations, including Central London.
- Drive company vehicles safely and professionally, ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently and on schedule.
- Complete daily vehicle safety checks, keep vehicles clean and tidy, and report any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
- Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring goods are handled with care and protected against damage.
- Deliver, position and install furniture, artwork, mirrors and other items at customer premises.
- Use hand tools and an 18V power drill confidently and safely to support furniture assembly and installation work.
- Assist with wall-mounted installations where required, following the correct procedures and ensuring work is completed safely.
- Provide a professional, courteous and customer-focused service, representing the business positively at all times.
- Take care when working in customers' homes, offices and commercial premises, protecting surrounding areas and respecting the property.
- Hold and operate a valid forklift licence, with experience using both Reach and Counterbalance forklifts to support warehouse operations.
- Support the Warehouse Manager with incoming stock, including checking deliveries, booking stock into the system and storing goods safely.
- Assist with picking and packing orders accurately, ensuring goods are packaged appropriately for transportation.
- Ensure stock is placed in the correct warehouse locations and can be located efficiently when required.
- Maintain a clean, tidy, secure and presentable warehouse environment.
- Report any stock discrepancies, damaged goods or poor packaging to the Warehouse Manager promptly.
- Ensure warehouse security procedures are followed, including maintaining appropriate security when loading and unloading through warehouse access points.
- Assist customers visiting the warehouse and provide a professional service.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and management regarding deliveries, installations, stock movements and any operational issues.
- Support all areas of the operation as required, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to assist wherever needed.
- Work flexibly to meet business requirements, including variations to working hours where necessary.
Skills & Experience Required for a White Glove Delivery Driver & Installation Operative
- Full, clean UK driving licence - essential.
- Practical experience operating Reach and Counterbalance forklifts - essential.
- Good practical skills with hand tools
- Previous experience in white glove delivery, furniture delivery, installation or a similar customer-facing role would be advantageous.
- Confidence assembling flat-pack furniture and assisting with the installation of artwork, mirrors and similar items.
- Good understanding of safe manual handling, vehicle loading and unloading procedures.
- Ability to handle goods carefully and minimise the risk of damage during transportation and installation.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues and management.
- Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage workloads and meet delivery schedules.
- Basic IT and computer skills would be desirable.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision while contributing effectively to a wider team.
- Physically capable of carrying out the manual aspects of the role, including lifting, carrying and positioning goods safely.
- A flexible approach to working hours and a willingness to support different areas of the operation.
- A proactive attitude, with the ability to identify issues, provide constructive feedback and suggest improvements to working practices.
Salary & Benefits - White Glove Delivery Driver & Installation Operative
- Salary:£30000-£32,000
- Location: Egham
Deliveries and installations across various client locations, including Central London, alongside warehouse-based duties. - Working Hours: Flexible to meet the operational requirements of the business.
- Working Environment: A varied, hands-on role combining driving, customer-facing deliveries, installations and warehouse operations.
- Development: Opportunity to develop practical installation, logistics and operational skills within a specialist delivery business.
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Warehouse Installer & Driver in Egham employer: Right Now Recruitment
Right Now Group offers a dynamic work environment in Sunbury-on-Thames, where our Warehouse Operatives play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture that values teamwork and attention to detail, while also providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. With flexible shift patterns and a focus on employee well-being, we are committed to making your experience both meaningful and rewarding.
