We are looking for a full time Van Driver for our Worthing Builders Merchant. The successful applicant needs to be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the building trade. While this role is likely to be mainly involve driving a flat bed van, the successful candidate will need to be flexible to what customers or the branch needs and the role will involve some work assisting in our yard where needed.

Gardner & Scardifield is a local family owned Builders Merchants, Electrical Wholesalers and DIY Suppliers based in Lancing, but operating throughout Sussex. We have a long and fascinating history of circa 100 years, and have been under current ownership since the 1970’s.

We have strong family values and provide an environment where our colleagues can make a difference, are respected and have the opportunity to progress. We pride ourselves in serving local customers, supporting local suppliers and being an active member of our local community.

Over the last 15 years we have seen considerable expansion, and are ambitious to continue our growth strategy as we strive to be better tomorrow than today by innovating and adapting both our goods and services.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensuring all deliveries are well organised, delivered in a timely fashion and given to the customer in an excellent condition
• Delivering the high quality customer service Gardner and Scardifield strives to always achieve
• Be a good representative of the company when driving company vehicles, handling all customers, suppliers, colleagues and other road users with courtesy at all times
• Support the organisation of the yard and deliveries, keeping the yard in good and clean condition
• Carry out general maintenance to vehicles (e.g. greasing, fluid levels) and ensure cleanliness of vehicle
• Awareness of own safety and ability to see the yard operate in a safe manner at all times, adhering to all Health & Safety requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

Drivers licence

Excellent customer service skills

Organised and Punctual

Good Communication skills

An enthusiasm for teamwork, to work hard and learn

Capacity to lift 20-25 Kg

Beneficial

Forklift licence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person