Porter/Drivers Mate
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are a successful UK based Furniture company with branches across the UK; we have been operating for over 30 years and growing and diversifying into other industries.
The company is undertaking some new and innovative changes and we would like to hear from you if you want to be apart this growing team and company.
Our Drivers mates do more than a ‘ job’. It’s about ensuring our customers get the best impression of our organisation. You are the ‘face’ of our business, not just our porter.
It’s all about making a good impression with your appearance, manner and the look of your vehicle. Ensuring goods are delivered in a first class condition, completing all necessary paperwork and above all, leaving everyone you meet with a really positive impression of you and our business.
Responsibilities
- Packing / unloading the vehicle at delivery point and making sure that items are easily accessible.
- Checking that all of the items are accounted for against delivery sheets.
- Examining the vehicle before setting off, checking the load is safe.
- Telephoning customers to confirm delivery times.
- Planning routes, navigating and advising the driver about diversions.
- Removing packaging and placing items at the customer's request.
- Obtaining delivery signatures from customers.
- Ensuring goods are delivered and collected safely and with no damage
Attributes
- Works well in a team
- Physically fit
- Reliable and punctual
- Awareness of Health and Safety
- Good customer service skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
COVID-19 considerations:
Covid-19 - PPE available on site
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Porter/Drivers Mate roles across City New & Used Office Furniture Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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