About the job
About DFS:
DFS is the premier upholstery retailer in the UK, passionately crafting and selling high-quality, aesthetically pleasing sofas since 1969. For four consecutive years, we have been recognized as one of the UK’s Top Employers, making it to The Sunday Times' Top 30 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2017 and winning the award for Best Improver in the same year. Join us at DFS and be part of a thriving team!
Role Requirements:
·Valid Digital Tachograph
·Driver CPC Card
·C1 Entitlement
About the Role:
As a 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will be part of a dedicated two-person team. Your role will involve significant manual handling alongside driving duties, with an expected daily routine that includes delivering and installing products in our customers’ homes. Typically, you will handle up to 15 deliveries a day, with occasional store changes that may be demanding. Note that approximately 30% of your time will be spent driving, while the remaining time will involve manual handling tasks.
About You:
·Dedicated and hard-working – willing to assist team members and extend your hours when needed.
·Outstanding customer service skills – your interaction with customers will leave a lasting impression as the final representative from DFS.
·Physically capable of manual handling – you may need to navigate stairs or disassemble products as necessary.
·Flexible with job responsibilities – willing to assist in warehouse duties once driving tasks are complete or if you return early.
·Open to overtime and flexible with scheduling, understanding that not every day will end as planned.
Working Hours:
·44 hours a week
·Time and a third after 44 hours
·Monday to Saturday & Tuesday to Friday
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary with a monthly bonus for exceptional customer service.
- Access to the latest vehicle models equipped with advanced de-mountable box systems.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Life Assurance coverage.
