Salary Range: £31,000 gross per annum
Location: Lydden Road Warehouse, SW18 4LR
Contract type: Employment, permanent, full-time role
Are you an experienced Van Driver searching for a new opportunity? We are looking for a reliable driver to collect construction materials from our warehouse and deliver them to the properties where we are currently carrying out refurbishments.
Please note that the role involves heavy lifting, as tasks entail receiving and delivering construction materials to different properties. As a result, the role is physically demanding and requires a strong level of fitness. Candidates should be prepared for manual labour and the physical challenges associated with this position.
In this role, you will have sole responsibility for the company van, and you must ensure a suitable parking space for it at your residence.
Main Objectives of the Role:
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Collecting materials from the site compound and unloading them to the properties where works are being carried out
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Collecting waste from the properties and transporting it to designated facilities
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Planning the shortest and most efficient routes to locations, considering factors like roadblocks and traffic
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Performing regular maintenance checks on vans and informing management of any issues
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Assist the team on site, when material allocation is not needed
Do You Have What It Takes?
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Right to work in the UK
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Valid CSCS card
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Full UK driving license
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Ability to read and follow delivery notes and purchase orders to correctly distribute materials to our properties
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Attention to detail and the confidence to question discrepancies in materials or quantities
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Problem-solving skills to handle challenges in a calm and professional manner
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Strong communication skills and a respectful attitude, to ensure smooth collaboration with other team members
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Timekeeping and reliability
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A proactive attitude as the ideal candidate is always willing to lend a helping hand
Desired, but not essential:
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Asbestos awareness training (can be provided by PiLON)
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Manual handling training (can be provided by PiLON)
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General familiarity with construction materials
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Experience with warehouse processes
What's on offer?
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23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
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up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
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significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
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a supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
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trained Mental Health First Aiders support
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annual training allowance so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more…
About us:
At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to quality of works.
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values, are driven and reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations and you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of pride, accomplishment and motivation.
Specialising in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the dynamic social housing sector, we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together