Sales Assistant/Delivery Driver 3.5t

Role Overview

Salary: £26,695 Bonus Excellent Benefits Sales Assistant/Delivery Driver 3.5t - Leicester - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the £26,695 …

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting multi-drop deliveries of parcels, groceries, or freight efficiently within scheduled delivery windows
• Conducting daily pre-trip vehicle safety inspections (tires, fluids, lights) and reporting defects
• Using handheld delivery scanners to obtain customer signatures, photos, and delivery confirmation
• Loading vehicle securely and planning delivery routes using satellite navigation tools
• Delivering courteous, professional customer service at customer doorsteps
• Operating company vehicles responsibly and adhering strictly to UK Highway Code regulations

Candidate Requirements

• Valid UK driving license (Category B for cars/vans, or C/C+E for HGV where specified)
• Good geographical knowledge of local UK roads, routes, and navigation apps
• Physically fit to load, carry, and deliver parcels and packages up to standard weight limits
• Clean driving record with no major endorsements (maximum 6 points for minor offenses)
• Valid right to work in the United Kingdom

What Is Offered

• Compensation: £27,999 / yr
• Contract Type: CONTRACT
• Location: Belgrave, Leicester
• Modern, fully maintained company van with fuel card and insurance provided for work use
• Performance incentives and bonus pay opportunities for high delivery completion rates
• Full uniform, scanner device, and route training provided
• Paid statutory holidays and auto-enrolled pension scheme