Van Driver 6574

Van Driver 6574

Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Hours: Full Time, Day Shift Monday to Friday 
(must have flexibility as you may need to work on weekends)

Salary: £12.21 p/hour 
 

Key Responsibilities of a Warehouse Driver

• Collect and deliver shop donations, furniture, general donations, and rag collections from donors, businesses, and donation points.
• Transport goods between the warehouse, retail shops, and local authority disposal sites for items unsuitable for resale.
• Deliver purchased furniture and goods to customers in a professional, courteous, and timely manner.
• Carry out house clearances, ensuring items are removed respectfully and safely.
• Load and unload items safely, always using proper manual handling techniques.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks (tyres, lights, oil, and roadworthiness) and report defects or maintenance needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of company vehicles.
• Accurately complete and maintain records in line with company policies and procedures.
• Support warehouse operations, including sorting, storing, and preparing stock for distribution to shops.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with donors, customers, shop staff, volunteers, and members of the public.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse staff, shop teams, and volunteers to ensure smooth logistics and stock flow.
• Assist in identifying and separating items for resale, recycling, or disposal.
• Operate a forklift when required (training provided if necessary).
• Carry out ad hoc duties to support the wider retail and warehouse operation.
• Be flexible with working hours/days to meet the needs of the business.
• Represent the charity positively and professionally at all times.

Key Skills of a Warehouse Driver

• Previous experience in a driving or warehouse role, ideally with furniture handling and retail logistics.
• Good physical fitness and ability to lift and move heavy items safely.
• Friendly, respectful, and professional manner with excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of manual handling techniques and safe working practices.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, including with volunteers.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Category B essential; Category C1 desirable).
• Forklift licence (or willingness to train).
• Knowledge of the local area for efficient route planning.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including occasional weekends if required.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Warehouse Driver position, please email your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330.

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