Parts Plus Delivery Driver

Overview

About us:

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a wide range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We invest in a rewards and benefits package to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Parts Plus Chelmsford

Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours: 47 hours per week (Monday-Friday 8:00-17:00, plus alternate Saturdays 8:00-12:00)

Lookers Parts Plus Chelmsford is recruiting a Parts Delivery Driver to join their busy, dynamic team. As a driver, you will collect and deliver parts to our retail, trade, and corporate customers, working to consistently exceed customer expectations and provide an exceptional level of service.

Here at Ford Parts Plus, you will be reporting to the Parts Manager. With support from the wider team and ongoing training opportunities, you can expect a clear career path and opportunities to accelerate your career.

Drivers at Lookers prioritise time and workload efficiently, maintain vehicles to ensure they are clean and roadworthy, and drive safely in accordance with current road and traffic legislation. You will notify your line manager of any defects, damage, or incidents on the road.

• Deliver parts to customers efficiently and with accuracy
• Obtain authorised signatures and printed names from customers for all parts delivered
• Complete the Van Sales Delivery logs
• Ensure the van is loaded correctly and safely
• Drive in a safe and courteous manner within the law

• Confidence to work independently and on various routes
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Team player

For insurance purposes we require all candidates to have held their full UK driving licence for a minimum of 2 years. You will also be reliable, have excellent communication skills, be flexible and approach your role with a positive and professional attitude. Having experience in a similar delivery role and a passion for providing great customer service is advantageous.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 GP access to support mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for protection during challenging moments

• MyView Pay Now – access a portion of pay as you earn with features to stream, save, and track money
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

• Discounted gym memberships
• Travel insurance for added peace of mind
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and exclusive retail & lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great team and we celebrate success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive, and empowering our people to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment. These include verifying recent employment and address, and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require driving, a driving licence check will also be carried out. All offers of employment are subject to a 6-month probation period from start date.

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