Driver/Warehouse Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Unitrunk a leading manufacturer of steel cable management systems are currently recruiting for a Driver to join our new distribution depot in Croydon
Job purpose:
The role is mainly delivery of product to customers driving a 7.5 tonne lorry, however the successful candidate must be prepared to cover warehouse duties as and when required
Main duties and responsibilities:
· Make scheduled deliveries to customers as per agreed schedule
· Drive safely and follow all laws and rules of driving
· Keep company vehicle clean and ensure that all required checks are made in accordance with company rules and regulations
· Provide a polite and efficient to service to customers
· Maintain communication with management ensuring that they are kept aware of any incidents or issues which occur on the road or at customer premises.
· Provide holiday/absence cover within warehouse
Keys skills and attributes:
Essential :
· Conscientious, punctual and reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be flexible this role will at times require working in warehouse
- Self-motivated
- Full UK driving licence class C1
- CPC
- Digital Tacho card
- Ability to carry out manual handling duties
- Excellent customer service skills
Desirable
· Previous experience of working in warehouse environment
- Previous experience of multi drop deliveries
- Basic computer skills
- Counterbalance forklift certificate
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Commercial driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPC licence (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Cro/02/23
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Driver/Warehouse Operative roles across Unitrunk Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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