Drivers Mate

Description

Drivers Mate Skelmersdale

GBP14.62 per hour (inclusive of holiday) Overtime GBP19.58 per hour (over 48 hours)

Friday to Monday + 1 ad hoc weekday shift

Flexible People Ltd are currently recruiting Drivers Mates to join a well–established client based in Skelmersdale, working alongside experienced 7.5t delivery drivers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, physically fit and hardworking Drivers Mate looking for regular work with a consistent Friday to Monday working pattern, with an additional ad hoc weekday shift available when required.

As a Drivers Mate, you will work alongside the driver to safely and efficiently deliver large items directly to customers' homes. You will play an important role throughout the delivery process, from preparing for deliveries and keeping customers updated to safely moving and delivering heavy items.

The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, is comfortable with physical work and takes pride in providing excellent customer service.

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

Other large and heavy household items

This is a physically demanding role involving regular heavy lifting, so a good level of physical fitness is essential.

Working Hours & Shifts

Friday to Monday Additional ad hoc weekday shift Weekend work is mandatory Start time: 06:00 Shift length: approximately 9 11 hours per day The client operates 7 days a week Applicants must be available to work the required Friday Monday pattern Key Responsibilities

Assisting the driver with the safe delivery of goods Loading, unloading and safely handling large items Helping to deliver goods into customers' homes Calling customers ahead of arrival to provide delivery updates Providing excellent customer service throughout the delivery Assisting the driver when manoeuvring the vehicle Acting as a Banksman when the lorry is reversing full training provided Working safely and following all relevant procedures Requirements

To be considered for this Drivers Mate position, you must:

Be physically fit and capable of lifting heavy items Be reliable, organised and punctual Have good communication and customer service skills Be comfortable working early starts and long shifts Be able to reliably commute to Skelmersdale Be available to work Friday to Monday Be available for an additional ad hoc weekday shift 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 Full Banksman training will be provided Pay

GBP14.62 per hour (inclusive of holiday)

GBP19.58 per hour overtime, paid for hours worked over 48 hours per week

Interested?

If you're a Drivers Mate looking for regular work in Skelmersdale, are physically fit and available to work Friday to Monday, apply today.

Ad ID: 5419015318