Market 36 Recruitment are currently looking for a Yard Person/Delivery Driver on behalf of our client based in Albourne, West Sussex on a permanent basis.
Our client is seeking a reliable and practical individual to join the team as a Yard Person/Delivery Driver in their Albourne Branch, based in West Sussex.
Reporting the service manager, in this varied hands-on role combining yard duties, manual labour work and vehicle driving. You will play a key part in the presentation of the depot, as well as supporting the delivery and collection of machinery and/or parts within a defined geographic area.
Experience, Responsibilities & Qualifications:
*Safely load and unload machinery using appropriate equipment and tie-down methods (Training can be provided).
*Drive various vehicles including a 3.5T flatbed van to collect / deliver goods to customers, following designated routes to ensure efficiency and punctuality.
*Carry out general ground’s maintenance such as mowing, strimmer and leaf blowing.
*Conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic maintenance checks to ensure safety standards are met.
*Support the stores team including relocation of stock from goods inwards areas to containers.
*Complete all delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records of trips and deliveries.
*Carry out basic assembly tasks such as building of wheelbarrows, etc.
*Assist customers with their purchases / or repairs of horticultural machinery, providing a friendly professional service.
*Ensure all health and safety protocols are followed during transportation and handling of machinery.
*Carry out additional yard duties as instructed – such as painting, drain clearance, sweeping.
*Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points preferred).
*Trailer Towing Experience (Licence Entitlement preferred).
*Previous experience in a similar delivery or driving role.
*Good understanding of safe loading / unloading practices and securing of machinery.
*Physically fit and capable of handling machinery and performing manual labour tasks.
*Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
*Strong communication and time management skills.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*Flexibility to work varying hours, including early starts or late finishes when long-distance trips are required.
*Experience in horticultural, agricultural, or construction sectors (desirable).
*Forklift Licence or any other relevant qualifications (desirable).
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8am-5pm & Friday 8am-4pm. Overtime paid at time and a half on completion of 39 basic hours Monday-Friday.
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Benefits: 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), workplace pension, life assurance (2x salary), country store staff discount, company sick pay scheme, flu jabs, and employee referral scheme
Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.