Harding’s Logistics is a busy two-man home delivery company specializing in the delivery of furniture.
Our mission is to offer the very best service available to our clients in regard to, professionalism, efficiency and outstanding customer service.
Harding’s services are used all year round by a selection of the largest furniture retailers and 3PL logistics companies in the country.
We are looking to expand significantly over the next 18 months and were seeking experienced candidates to ensure the quality our clients expect isn't diluted as we grow.
What you will be doing:
· Assisting a driver to correctly load the company vehicle with the day’s deliveries at one of our clients’ depots.
. Contacting customers to advise them of the time you will be with them.
· Delivering goods to customers in their homes in a pre-routed order given to you by our client.
· Building a good rapport with each customer and leaving a lasting impression.
· Ensuring all goods are delivered safely and in good time with no damage to the products or the customers property.
· Completing any/all relevant paperwork and making sure vehicle is left clean and tidy each day.
Essential Skills:
· Punctuality – timekeeping throughout the day is essential to ensure customer time-slots are achieved.
· Presentable – Your appearance is a reflection on the company, we are looking for well-presented individuals. Uniform is provided
· Organisation -we seek an organised individual who can adapt to changing priorities within a working day.
. Reliability – we are seeking someone who wants to work, reliability is so important to our clients. People who let us down on the day cause us real problems.
· Communication – Good communication with us, our clients and the customers throughout the day is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly.
· Customer service – Customers will complete satisfaction surveys based on the delivery service you provide so we are looking for a ‘people person’ who enjoys meeting new people and has the right customer service skills to ensure positive surveys.
· Team Player – We have a friendly and experienced team who all share a common goal which is to get the job done correctly and work hard for each other to ensure we are the best. We are looking for someone to fit into this ethos and work hard for the team.
· Mechanically minded – There is some assembly work required so a basic knowledge of tools and how things go together is advantageous.
· Physically fit – We do undertake heavy lifting everyday in this role so being fairly fit and strong is something you will require to be successful.
· Pride in your work – Finding someone who takes pride in a job well done is our aim.
What we can offer:
· On the job training / in-house training programme
· Picked up/Dropped off at home each day
· Flexibility
· Performance based bonus scheme
· Team days out
· Competitive rates of pay
· Weekly pay
· Extra work if wanted (Sundays)
This role has a starting rate of £95.00 per day which rises to £100.00 after a successful three month probation. Day rate is then reviewed annually based on performance.
We will be conducting interviews week commencing 28th August 2023. Please include a cover letter and CV to be considered.
This is a self-employed position.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £95.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company events
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
All necessary PPE is provided
Experience:
- Drivers mate: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 26/08/2023
Reference ID: Delivery Porter
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
