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Driver’s Mate

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Temporary

£12.34-12.69 per hour

Reading

Contract: Full time

Higher pay rate is achieved by: Shift Allowance

Job Details

Job Type:  Delivery Porter 

  • Location: Theale, Reading, RG7 4AD
  • Salary: £12.34 (06:00 - 17:00)  +  (10:30 - 21:30)  £12.69 per hour
  • Hours of Work: Varied hours over a 4-day working week. Shifts include 06:00 - 17:00 or 10:30 - 21:30, with Saturdays scheduled from 07:00 - 18:00. The position requires working 3 Saturdays out of every 5.

Role Overview

  • Role Title: Porter/Driver's Mate
  • Position: Temporary
  • Location: Theale, Reading, RG7 4AD
  • Pay: £12.34 - £12.69 per hour

As a Porter/Driver's Mate, you will be essential in providing a smooth and efficient delivery and installation process for our customers. This non-driving position offers valuable experience and an opportunity for a permanent role with a well renowned company. 

Responsibilities

  • Daily Operations: Begin your day by safely loading the delivery vehicle. Support the driver in the installation and assembly of appliances, TVs, and furniture, following site protocols.
  • Customer Service: Contact customers 30 minutes before arrival. Deliver items to the specified room and assist with any booked services, such as installing and disconnecting white goods and assembling flat-pack furniture.
  • Completion of Tasks: Ensure that any packaging is taken away if requested. Report any incidents or accidents to the management team immediately and maintain a professional attitude throughout the delivery process.

Desirable Qualities

  • Strong Communication Skills: Ability to interact clearly and courteously with customers.
  • Attention to Detail: Careful and precise in handling and installing items.
  • Organized and Efficient: Capable of managing time effectively and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
  • Physical Stamina: Able to handle and lift heavy items as required by the role.
  • Problem-Solving Ability: Quick to address and resolve any issues that arise during the delivery and installation process.
  • Positive Attitude: Approachable and enthusiastic, with a willingness to go the extra mile for customer satisfaction.
Benefits
  • Hourly rate as above (not age dependent)
  • 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
  • 24hr Oncall Support
  • Canteen
  • Induction Training
  • Ongoing Assignment
  • Pension Scheme
  • Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
  • Training Provided
  • Weekend Work
Reading
Reading, Berkshire

reading@thebestconnection.co.uk
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