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B&Q

Dec 6

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Logistics
  • Peterborough

Requirements

  • A manual UK driving licence (Category B/B1 which covers you to drive up to 3.5T vehicles), that you’ve held for at least a year with no more than 6 points.
  • Previous experience as a multi-drop delivery driver is useful, but not essential.
  • You’re flexible enough to work on a rota that includes weekends, evenings and bank holidays.
  • A great communicator who can think clearly and make sound plans no matter how busy things get.
  • You’re an organised and analytical thinker, and you know how to keep things simple.

Responsibilities

  • We have over 300 B&Q Stores, our Digital Hub Stores are the largest in the estate and deliver locally to our customers’ homes.
  • Deliveries in our 3.5 ton vans range from a tin of paint to 30 packs of flooring, so you'll be comfortable with some heavy lifting & play an important part in helping our customers create a home they’ll love.
  • When you’re not delivering multi-drop orders to customers’ homes, you will be based on our shopfloor where you will use new technology to fulfil customer orders and support your colleagues where needed.
  • Efficiency and safety will be vital of course, but importantly, you’ll represent our B&Q brand, putting customers first, everywhere you go.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Store Delivery Driver position?

The working hours are full-time at 36.75 hours per week, with shifts available Monday to Sunday, between 7.00am and 10.00pm.

What is the hourly rate for this position?

The UK Notional hourly rate is £13.01 per hour.

Is there a specific driving license required for this role?

Yes, you need a manual UK driving licence (Category B/B1) which covers you to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tons, and you should have held it for at least a year with no more than 6 points on your record.

Do I need previous experience to apply for this role?

Previous experience as a multi-drop delivery driver is helpful but not essential for this position.

Will I need to lift heavy items during deliveries?

Yes, deliveries can range from light items like a tin of paint to heavier items such as 30 packs of flooring, so some heavy lifting will be required.

Are there opportunities for career growth within the company?

Yes, B&Q is committed to diversity and inclusion and offers various networks and opportunities for colleagues to grow and advance within the company.

What benefits does B&Q offer to employees?

Benefits include a competitive salary, an award-winning pension scheme, ShareSave options, 6.6 weeks holiday, payroll giving, an Employee Assistance Programme, shopping discounts, and wellbeing benefits.

How does B&Q ensure safety and compliance in the hiring process?

B&Q conducts checks through Experian with the DVLA to verify provided information and also performs a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) for successful candidates.

How can I request adjustments during the application or interview process?

You can contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments you may need during the application or interview process.

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B&Q

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are the UK’s leading home improvement and garden living retailer with over 300 stores throughout the UK and Ireland, offering great prices, with over 100,000 products available to order at diy.com for home delivery or click and collect. We launched the UK’s first home improvement marketplace in March 2022, adding additional choice for consumers. The marketplace offers a unique, integrated experience with in-store returns for many products and Click + Collect options being explored. Our team of more than 26,000 colleagues of all ages are respected nationwide for providing great home improvement help to customers. They’re the beating heart of B&Q and their iconic orange aprons are worn with pride. Every year, more than 20 million people improve their homes and make life better with B&Q, and every year the company achieves ever-higher standards for sustainable sourcing and supports our local communities, including funding B&Q Foundation grants and Shelter’s DIY Skills Advisors

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