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Delivery Driver

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
20/11/2024
Advert End Date:
28/11/2024 22:59
Salary:
£25,584 - £26,409 per annum
Hours per week:
37 hours per week
Job Category:
Manual / Trades / Transport
Vacancy ID:
273056
Employment Location:
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Post Number:
OPS1679
Number of posts:
3
Closing date:
28 Nov
Further Information
NFS (Newcastle Furniture Service) is part of Newcastle City Councils commercial arm NCC are responsible for the management of over 26,500 homes owned by them and are one of the largest property management organisations in the region, we provide quality homes together with person-centered support. 

We promote staff health and wellbeing and are committed to making NFS an amazing workplace where people feel valued and supported. 
 
We offer a forward-thinking and open environment where our people are empowered to make a difference, coupled with competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits. 
 
The role: 
Successful businesses don’t stand still, they need to be constantly innovating, improving and developing and that’s why it is such an exciting opportunity.  

We deliver and install furniture items to houses across the UK, predominantly in the North East, however we are growing and have new contracts covering the 4 corners of the UK.  
 
Our success means we are looking for Delivery Drivers to help us deliver and collect furniture to all areas of the UK. The role may involve staying away from home overnight on occasions. 
 
This role is contracted to 37 hours per week but different to other driving jobs, you will work Monday to Friday.  
 
The person:  
To apply you must possess a category C license. There may be the opportunity for you to undertake training to C+E category. All training is fully funded by NCC. You must also hold a valid CPC card and Digital Tachograph Card. 
 
Our customers are at the forefront of our business. We need individuals who care about delivering excellent customer service and take pride in what they do. Your positive attitude will motivate and influence others to do the same. You must also possess a flexible approach to challenging delivery deadlines.  
 
In return we offer a competitive salary, opportunities for overtime, an overnight subsistence allowance, 23 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 8 bank holidays, time off between Christmas and New Year, discounted beds and mattresses, salary sacrifice schemes for cars, bikes and home electronics, and a uniform as standard. We invest in our staff, providing time and opportunities to develop their work-related skills and knowledge in a way that best suit their individual needs.   

Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and upload your CV.  Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.
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