Retail Van Driver

Job title:

Retail Van Driver

Company

British Red Cross

Job description

About The RoleRetail Van Driver
Location: Covering shops in Forfar and Dunfermline
Contract Type: CasualSalary: £12 per hourAre you ready to drive change and make a positive impact as a Retail Van Driver, managing stock logistics and promoting the Red Cross?You will help the retail team in achieving business objectives by managing deliveries, collections, and stock transfers for Red Cross shops. Working closely with Shop Managers, you will be the main point of contact for stock-related matters. You will play a vital role in advocating the Red Cross as the charity of choice for stock donations in the local community. Are you up for the challenge?What will a day in the life of a Retail Van Driver involve?

• Being in charge of managing deliveries, collections, and stock transfers, including handling house clearances and picking up donations from corporate partners.
• Collecting stock from various warehouses across the country and making sure it gets distributed where it’s needed in our area. Stock will involve large and heavy items, due to the nature of the furniture shop.
• Keeping the vehicle safe and sound. You’ll need to park it securely in a designated location, making sure it’s clean and well-maintained, including regular servicing and safety checks.
• Handling the removal and proper disposal of any unwanted items in a cost-effective manner.
• Managing health and safety issues, following procedures, and complying with national instructions, policies, procedures, and legislation.

To be a successful Retail Van Driver, what will you need?

• A manual, UK driving licence held for minimum of two years.
• Knowledge of current laws and best practices for driving, vehicles, and road traffic operations.
• Strong communication skills and a proven ability to provide excellent customer care and ensure a positive experience for all.
• Previous experience in van driving, deliveries, basic vehicle maintenance, and handling administrative paperwork.
• Retail experience and a successful track record of working effectively as part of a team, would be desirable.

The closing date for your application is 23.59 on Thursday 7th November 2024. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.In return for your commitment and expertise, what will you get?

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.Together, we are the world’s emergency respondersAbout The CandidateAbout The Company

Expected salary

£12 per hour

Location

Forfar, Angus – Dunfermline, Fife

Job date

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 07:33:35 GMT

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