Warehouse Operative / Relief Van Driver

Job description

Total Plumbing Supplies

Join our team at Total Plumbing Supplies, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast since 2001. With a commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service, we are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England.

The Role

We have a vacancy for a full time Warehouse Operative / Relief Van Driver at our Chard Total Plumbing Supplies Chard​Branch.

To ensure the premises are kept to a high standard to comply with Health & Safety regulations, maintaining a clean and tidy working area. You will be responsible for the delivery of products to customers, with key accountability for ensuring the quality and timing of service is first class.

The role includes heavy lifting of goods by loading and unloading of the vehicle. Maintains high standards of housekeeping and vehicle cleanliness, ensuring compliance with all legal and security requirements.

All this under the authority of the Branch Manager.

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Requirements

The Requirements 

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  Product Knowledge
•  Excellent customer service skills
•  Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels
•  Self-motivated with a can-do attitude
•  Strong team player who works as part of a team and independently

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Warehouse Duties

•  Maintain the warehouse
•  Taking deliveries from suppliers
•  Preparing customer orders
•  Stock management 
•  Delivering goods 
•  Working as part of a team
•  Forklift truck driving (training will be given)
•  Daily upkeep of warehouse

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Driving Duties

• Deliver building materials to customers using a company van (3.5t or similar), ensuring safe and legal driving at all times.
• Plan efficient delivery routes in line with schedules provided.
• Ensure all goods are correctly loaded, secured, and signed for.
  
• Provide excellent customer service upon delivery, resolving minor queries where possible.
• Undertaking various other driving jobs required in relation to the efficient operation of the business. 
• ​​Assisting in the yard area with deliveries and assisting customers where necessary.
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The Hours

Week 1: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:00

Week 2: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:00 & alternate Saturdays, 08:00-12:00

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What we Offer 

At IBMG, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. By joining our team, you will have access to training opportunities, career advancement prospects, and a range of benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme and paid holidays
• Supportive team and positive work environment
• Career development and training
• Staff discount on building materials
  
• Employee assistance program
• Perks Membership

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at Total Plumbing Supplies, apply now for the Warehouse Operative / Relief Van Driver position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.