At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect vehicles, complete documentation, and prepare cars for delivery.
- Company: Join Woodside Motorfreight, a leader in quality and efficiency in the motor industry.
- Benefits: Earn £13.15 per hour, with overtime pay and a fully funded healthcare plan.
- Other info: Enjoy personal development, a cycle to work scheme, and recognition for long service.
- Why this job: Kickstart your driving career with training and progression opportunities in logistics.
- Qualifications: Must have a full driving licence and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 13.15 - 13.15 £ per hour.
Department: Woodside Motorfreight
Responsible to: Director / Line Manager / Driver Trainer
Location: Ballynure
Shifts available: Monday - Friday - starting 7am
Who are we? Woodside Motorfreight has a reputation for market leading quality, compliance and efficiency. We have an exciting opportunity for a Inspect and Collect driver to join our specialist Motorfreight division operating from our Ballynure Head Office, serving the motor industry, including manufacturers, dealer networks, auction houses and end users throughout the UK & Ireland.
The Person: Are you looking for a new opportunity with genuine career progression and the chance to develop your driving qualifications? We are looking for someone who is motivated to build a long-term career in the driving and logistics industry and is keen to develop their skills through further training and qualifications. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industry experience while working towards progression into Category C and CE driving roles.
The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong attention to detail, confidence in using smartphones and digital technology, and a commitment to working safely, reliably, and responsibly. We are looking for someone who embraces learning and development opportunities, has a positive, can-do attitude, and is eager to broaden their driving skills and advance their career.
The Role and Responsibilities:
- To ensure all paperwork and electronic documentation is completed accurately, including additional vehicle condition reports, signed by the relevant parties in the appropriate places, and submitted where necessary, this will also include the use and management of a handheld electronic device.
- You will inspect thoroughly all vehicles for damage, wear and tear, mileage and shortages, and make notations on the relevant paperwork. You will then ensure that damage is countersigned by the contact person at the collection point.
- You may on occasion be required to prepare demonstration vehicles for delivery to customers. This will include washing the exterior of vehicles, cleaning the interior, and fuelling if required.
Rate of pay: Basic £13.15 per hour Overtime Sat - £15.32 per hour Overtime Sun - £20.06 per hour
Essential Criteria:
- Well-presented and professional, with strong communication and customer service skills
- Confident using in-car infotainment systems and handheld devices such as tablets and smartphones
- Excellent attention to detail
- A collaborative team player
- Strong communication and administrative abilities
- Highly organised with a methodical approach to tasks
- Able to handle sensitive customer situations with care
- Holds a full, valid driving licence (category B)
Desirable criteria:
- Previous experience working within the motor industry eg. sales, body work, in-car infotainment systems
Other benefits:
- Competitive pay rate
- Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers
- Fully funded healthcare plan with Health shield
- Long service recognition
- Cycle to work scheme
- Opportunities for personal development
- Role specific training
Inspect and Collect Driver in Newtownabbey employer: Woodside Logistics Group
Woodside Motorfreight is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and career progression within the driving and logistics industry. Located in Ballynure, our team enjoys competitive pay rates, comprehensive training, and a fully funded healthcare plan, all while working in a collaborative environment that values attention to detail and customer service excellence.
