Trainee 7.5 Driver

Overview

Job Type: Permanent • Sector: Transport, Logistics • Region: East Anglia • Location: Great Blakenham • Salary: Starting salary of £27,104 to £34,277 once a qualified 7.5t driver

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, you’ll drive a 3.5-ton van as we prepare you to upgrade to your 7.5-ton driving licence. We’ll cover training costs and medical assessments and provide time off for Theory & Hazard tests and Driver Training. Once you’ve completed your training and passed the necessary tests, you’ll be promoted to a 7.5T Driver role with a pay increase. With a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, 7am – 7pm, you’ll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy life outside of work.

About the Company

The Sofa Delivery Company is part of the DFS group, delivering for DFS and Sofology. We are committed to creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We support colleagues across roles—whether in the warehouse, on the road, or in customers’ homes—and aim to deliver moments that matter.

Responsibilities

• Deliver furniture safely and professionally to customers’ homes.
• Keep customers informed with pre-delivery communication so they know when to expect you.
• Ensure furniture is delivered to the room of choice and leave no rubbish behind.
• Work with 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 all you do.
• Comply with all driving laws and all company policies and procedures.

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.

Benefits

• Great Pay: A competitive salary plus a quarterly bonus for delivering amazing service.
• Work-Life Balance: A 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, 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.