Customer Delivery Van Driver
This isn’t just a driving job – it’s about making our customers happy and helping deliver and build their new beds and furniture to help them get the best nights sleep
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Customer Delivery Van Driver
Full-time | Monday- Friday | £33,421.44 + Bonus up to £95 per week.
Deliver outstanding customer service while ensuring safe, timely and accurate deliveries across our network.
We're seeking a reliable and professional Customer Delivery Van Driver to join our delivery team. If you take pride in safe driving, enjoy meeting customers and can work efficiently to meet delivery schedules, we'd like to hear from you.
This is a hands-on customer-facing role. You will be responsible for collecting, transporting and delivering goods in excellent condition, maintaining accurate records and representing the company positively at every customer touchpoint.
What you'll be doing
As a Customer Delivery Van Driver, your key responsibilities will include:
Safely operate company vehicles to collect and deliver goods according to planned routes and schedules.
Load and unload parcels and items with care, using appropriate handling techniques to protect goods.
Complete delivery paperwork and electronic proof of delivery (POD) accurately and promptly.
Provide a helpful, courteous and professional service when interacting with customers at delivery locations.
Report any delivery issues, damaged goods or customer queries to the operations team and follow company procedures.
Maintain the cleanliness and basic condition of the vehicle; report maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
Adhere to road safety rules, company policies and health & safety regulations at all times.
Assist with warehouse duties when required, including loading vehicles and preparing routes for the next day.
Work with colleagues and supervisors to improve route efficiency and customer satisfaction.
What we're looking for
You'll be a conscientious and customer-focused driver with the following skills and experience:
Valid UK driving licence
Previous experience in a delivery or driving role preferred, but training can be provided for the right candidate.
Good customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and politely.
Physically able to lift and carry parcels safely throughout the shift.
Basic numeracy and the ability to complete delivery documentation accurately.
Reliable, punctual and able to work under time pressures while maintaining attention to detail.
Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional early starts, late finishes or weekend work during peak periods.
Experience using handheld devices or electronic proof of delivery systems is desirable.
Right to work in the UK.
Why join us?
You'll become part of a supportive operations team where your contribution is valued and your customer focus makes a difference. Benefits of working with us include:
Competitive pay and mileage allowance where applicable.
Opportunities for training and development, including licence upgrades and driver safety courses.
Company pension, life assurance and other employee benefits.
Staff discounts and access to employee assistance programmes.
Friendly, inclusive team culture and opportunities for career progression within operations.
If you're a dependable driver who enjoys delivering great service and being part of a busy operations team, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process.
- Division
- Warehouse & Logistics
- Department
- Warehouse & Distribution
- Role
- Customer Delivery Van Driver
- Locations
- Dagenham DC
- Full or Part Time
- Full time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Weekly Hours
- 48
- Annual Salary
- 33421
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About Bensons for Beds
At Bensons for Beds, we’re driven by one purpose - to help more people get a better night’s sleep. And with 70 years in retail, and 100 years in manufacturing, we’ve got plenty of experience in making this mission a reality.