Delivery Driver - Aldridge, United Kingdom - Arjo

Arjo
Arjo
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Aldridge, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Position:
Delivery Driver


Location:
Field based - Aldridge Depot


Job type:
Full Time, Permanent


Shift Pattern:
Monday to Thursday , Friday with half Hour lunch


Working as part of the Aldridge team, you will be delivering and collecting rental equipment to all Hospital sites within the Midlands and surrounding area, also covering STT & Birmingham & Coventry Community accounts.

You will be responsible for delivering and collecting any equipment that is required.

The majority of the equipment you will be working with are pressure relieving mattresses & Bedframes, Supplied with an iPad and iPhone, you will be required to log all serial numbers of equipment, so a keen eye for detail is needed.


A valid driver's license is essential, as you will load your van at the local depot, and work from your van for the rest of the day, attending to any orders that come through to you.

As all installation requests need to be delivered within 4 hours, it is essential that you have a methodical and practical approach, to make sure that patients are not waiting long periods for essential equipment.

You will be able to use the van to get to and from work, so you must have somewhere suitable to park the van when at home.


The role does involve lifting, so you must be able to lift bulky mattresses for long periods, although equipment is provided to support moving the rental products around the hospitals.

No experience is needed, as full training will be given.

Personality, enthusiasm, positivity and communication skills are essential in the role to help Arjo build strong relationships with our customers.

You will be the face of Arjo for our customers and patients.


The skills you will need

  • A practical approach.
  • Ability to prioritize work and amend route plans accordingly.
  • A positive and team oriented approach.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Driving License: Required to hold a valid UK driver's license.
  • Enhanced DBS clearance: Required (at the cost of Arjo).
  • Must be able to lift bulky mattresses for prolonged periods.
  • Due to the nature of this role, there may be a requirement to undertake work outside of normal hours i.e. evenings, weekends and bank holidays and participate in the "On Call" rota.
  • You will be required to drive a large van and hold a clean driving license (held for a minimum of one year) and be able to route plan effectively.

What we will offer in return


You will support our vision to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.

In return, we recognize and value our global employees. You will have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with competitive package. We will provide as well as uniform & access to a company van.


Why diversity matters to us
At Arjo, we believe in the power of diversity.

We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society, which means building a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and engaging environment - not only in the workplace, but also within the communities that we serve, work in and live in.

We achieve this through a culture and mindset that values the uniqueness of all our people.


Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£22,600.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free flu jabs
  • Gym membership
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Application question(s):

  • If successful, would you be happy to have a DBS (Criminal Record Check) carried out at the cost of Arjo?

Experience:


  • Delivery driver experience: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location:
On the road

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