Drivers assistant
About the company
Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.
We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.
Your tasks
We're now looking for a Driver's Mate to play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, supporting the delivery of Next Home furnishings safely and on time while helping to create a great experience for our customers.
A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE
- Working as part of a two-person delivery team, helping to deliver Next Home furnishings directly to customers' homes.
- Assisting with the loading, unloading, and safe handling of home furnishing products ranging from 5kg to 120kg.
- Providing excellent customer service at every delivery and acting as a brand ambassador for DHL and Next.
- Staying in contact with the transport team and completing delivery updates using handheld technology.
- Supporting the driver to complete between 10 and 40 deliveries per day while following all health and safety procedures.
Requirements
THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO
- Are physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual handling throughout the day.
- Enjoy working in a customer-facing role and providing excellent service.
- Work well as part of a team and have a positive, can-do attitude.
- Can manage their workload effectively and follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.
- Have previous home delivery, warehouse, retail, or Driver's Mate experience, although full training will be provided.
What we offer
Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
Other
Driver's Mate Pay Rate: £33,325.98 Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Week 1: 4 on 2 off, Week 2: 4 on 2 off, Week 3: 5 on 2 off Location: DHL Supply Chain, Faverdale East Business Park, Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom, DL3 0UR
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