Responsibilities
(including but not limited to):
- Deliver goods to Merchant businesses and retail customers.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service.
- Ensure goods are checked, safely loaded and signed for at the point of delivery.
- Return all paperwork at end of day and keep a record of goods returned, shortages or errors on the order.
- Responsible for company stock and vehicle at all times.
- Demonstrate safe driving at all times to meet all relevant vehicle monitoring KPI’s.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable driver legislation.
- Read and adhere to drivers handbook.
- Complete daily vehicle checks including defect reporting.
- Report accidents in line with agreed company policies and procedures
- Prompt completion of compliance and training modules
- Ensure vehicle is kept clean and tidy.
- Demonstrate excellent attendance and timekeeping.
- Notify any sales opportunities to APP or MRCH sales team.
- Follow correct manual handling guidelines in day-to-day activities.
- Accurate processing and locating of goods in and out.
- Picking and packing items for dispatch
- Loading of vehicles for onward delivery to our customers
- Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure accuracy of stock and resolve any discrepancies.
- Operate warehouse equipment including forklift and pump trucks safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrate highest levels of housekeeping.
Generic responsibilities:
Carry out other duties which fall within reasonable expectations of the role.
Encourage and demonstrate the highest levels of Health and Safety compliance to protect yourself, colleagues and customers including “Near Miss” participation.
Demonstrate good security awareness at all times.
Attend work clean, smart and wearing the company uniform.
Follow correct procedure for sickness/absence.
Ensure the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times.
Working closely with the wider branch team
Work in other areas of Lords Group Trading temporarily if necessary
The following is a person specification for the role of Driver Warehouse Operative:
Education/Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role
- Experience driving a variety of vehicles, including vans and trucks
- Experience working in a warehouse environment
Skills:
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Good time management skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work to deadlines
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts
Personal Attributes:
- Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
- Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy objects
- Safety conscious and aware of safe working practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Customer service oriented
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong commitment to their work, possess the necessary skills and experience, and have a positive attitude towards their role within the company.
