7.5 Tonne Driver - John Lewis (Park Royal) - IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE

The Best Connection is currently recruiting for 7.5 Tonne Drivers to join the team, working with John Lewis at their Park Royal location. As a 7.5 Tonne Driver, you’ll be providing delivery and assembly services to John Lewis customers, ensuring a high standard of customer service and adherence to all safety protocols.

AM Salary and Job Type:

• 06:00-17:00 (Mon-Sat)
• £17.00 per hour all hours worked
• Hours: 41 hours per week, 4 days out of 6, Monday to Saturday
• Positions Available: Temp to Perm / Straight Perm
• Salary: £36,368 - £40,800 (depending on shift and experience)

PM Salary and Job Type:

• 10:30-21:30 (Mon-Fri), 07:00-18:00 (Sat)
• £17.50 per hour all hours worked
• Positions Available: Temp to Perm / Straight Perm
• Hours: 41 hours per week, 4 days out of 6, Monday to Saturday

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Drive a 7.5-tonne vehicle to complete deliveries and installations, including heavy lifting (sofas, beds, white goods, etc.)
• Perform vehicle checks and defect reporting procedures before starting your route
• Call customers 30 minutes before arrival to ensure smooth deliveries
• Assemble and install products in customers’ homes (TV wall mounts, appliances, furniture, etc.)
• Work alongside your colleague to complete deliveries, following best practices for safety and efficiency
• Mentor and support less experienced drivers and colleagues
• Ensure you are representing the John Lewis brand by maintaining a high level of professionalism

Requirements:

• Valid UK C1 (7.5T) driving license
• Previous experience driving a 7.5-tonne vehicle (essential)
• CPC card and Digital Tachograph
• Strong customer-facing communication skills (face-to-face and over the phone)
• Ability to perform physical tasks (lifting and moving large items)
• A clean driving record is preferred, but up to 6 points (with no DD, DR, DG or CD codes) will be accepted
• Previous experience in a customer service role is desirable

Benefits:

• Weekly pay via BACS (every Friday)
• 28 days holiday (PAYE)
• Personal PPE provided
• Access to pension (PAYE)
• Shift premium for PM shifts
• John Lewis Partnership discount after completing the Earning Membership period
• Exclusive access to John Lewis & Waitrose staff benefits
• 24/7 emergency contact support

The Best Connection is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of professional agency drivers, with a nationwide network of branches and years of experience placing drivers in top companies like John Lewis. Join our team for ongoing work with one of the UK’s most trusted brands.

Apply now to secure your place as a 7.5 Tonne Driver with John Lewis at Park Royal!

To Apply:
Please submit your CV. If you have any queries or require adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to get in touch at 020 8998 9910.