HGV Class 2 Driver - Kitchen Delivery; Weds-Sun

Position: HGV Class 2 Driver - KITCHEN DELIVERY (WEDS-SUN)
Location:

Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds   Shift Pattern:
Variable Hours (40hrs per week)    Salary: Â £17.00 per hour, then time and a third over 40 hours    HGV CLASS 2 DRIVER   KITCHEN DELIVERY (TWO-PERSON TEAM)   Company Overview   DIY Kitchens  is the UK's number 1 online kitchen retailer, a family-owned business with three world class, state-of-the-art manufacturing sites in Yorkshire. We ve been manufacturing our kitchens since 1982 and we pride ourselves on producing stunning kitchens that our customers love, finished to the highest standard and built to last.

We re rated 'Excellent' by our customers on Trustpilot and have even been awarded 'Best Rated Kitchen Brand' by Which? magazine. We have exciting opportunities for you to join our team of 600+ colleagues and grow your career with us   in return we ll reward you with some fantastic benefits and a great future with a friendly, dynamic company.  

Position Overview  As an  HGV Class 2 Driver  at  DIY Kitchens , you won t just be behind the wheel   you ll be  the face of our company , travelling across the UK with your drivers mate to deliver our beautifully crafted _ fully assembled kitchens _ directly to customers  homes. This is a hands-on, people-focused role where you ll spend your days  on the road , meeting customers, and working as a two-person team to unload kitchens safely and professionally.

Deliveries can include  heavy lifting   of fully assembled units , so this role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active and working as part of a close-knit team.

Please note:

Some routes may require  overnight stays in the cab with your driver s mate . Because of this, drivers must bring their own  overnight equipment  (bedding, toiletries, etc.) each shift.  What You Will Be Doing  As an  HGV Class 2 Driver , your responsibilities will include:
Driving a Class 2 vehicle across the UK to deliver fully assembled kitchens   Being the friendly, professional face of  DIY Kitchens  at each customer visit   Working closely with your drivers mate to unload kitchens safely   Manoeuvring and lifting heavyweight kitchen components   Be responsible for the safety and legal compliance of your vehicle, e.g. checks to ensure weight and load distribution complies with axle and gross weight guidance and that your loads are secure.
Use of a reporting App for your daily checks, reporting any maintenance requirements or damages in a timely manner   Completing delivery paperwork including the use of a handheld scanner and maintaining excellent communication   Keeping your vehicle clean and tidy    Being prepared for overnight stays    Providing great service and representing the brand positively on the road   Keeping up to date with the Transport team, reporting any delays, accidents, breakdowns or discrepancies This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys independence, customer interaction, and an active, hands-on working day.  

About You  We re looking for reliable, hardworking drivers who take pride in doing a job well.  Ideal candidates will:
Hold a valid  HGV Class 2 (Category

C) licence (no more than 6 points)     Have a valid CPC after successfully completing the 35hr periodic training and Digi Tacho card   Be comfortable with  heavy lifting    Enjoy customer-facing work   Be reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious    Be flexible to working hours   this isn t a 9am to 5pm job   there will be early starts, late nights, some overtime, evenings and weekends and overnight stays.
Work well as part of a two-person team    Be happy to bring overnight gear to each shift    Enjoy driving and travelling around the UK   Have good communication and people skills   No drink or drug offences in the last 10 years Previous experience in multi-drop or home…