Looking for a driving role with no weekends, great benefits, and the opportunity to build strong customer relationships?
At Allied Vehicles, we're one of the UK's leading manufacturers of wheelchair accessible vehicles, taxis and minibuses, and Scotland's largest independent automotive parts distributor. Our reputation has been built on quality, innovation and outstanding customer service, and we're looking for a reliable and customer focused Van Driver to join our Parts Hub team in Edinburgh.
This is more than just a driving role. As the face of Allied Vehicles on the road, you'll play a key part in delivering an exceptional service to our customers while helping to identify opportunities to grow our parts business.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm and the salary is £13.45 per hour + bonus (up to £150 per quarter).
This position provides an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and dedicated company.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Van Driver, you'll ensure our customers receive the right parts, at the right time, every time.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering parts to customers across Scotland in line with scheduled and urgent delivery requirements.
- Building positive relationships with customers and providing outstanding service at every opportunity.
- Identifying opportunities to promote parts sales and support business growth.
- Collecting parts from suppliers when required.
- Processing payments and account transactions accurately.
- Handling customer queries in a professional and efficient manner.
- Maintaining records of van sales and deliveries.
- Checking and collecting returned parts for return to the hub.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys being out on the road, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and can represent our business professionally.
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience in a driving or delivery role.
- Good geographical knowledge of Scotland.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- A positive, proactive approach to work.
- The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Why Join Allied Vehicles?
We're a driven, high-performing family business that values and invests in its people. When you join us, you'll benefit from:
- Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of holiday, plus 5 bank holidays.
- Financial Security: Access our group life scheme and annual profit share.
- Competitive Growth: Annual salary reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
- 24/7 Health Support: GP24 by HealthHero provides virtual GP services and second opinions for you and your family, 24/7/365.
- Benefits package: Enjoy industry-leading perks and discounts at your fingertips plus a holiday purchase scheme and EV leasing through OctopusEV.
- Convenient On-Site Facilities: Free staff parking and an on-site cafeteria for your convenience.
- Sustainable Travel: Save on your commute with our cycle-to-work scheme.
- Continuous Development: Frequent learning opportunities to help you grow professionally.
- Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of after-sales discounts for yourself, friends, and family.
- Recognition and Rewards: Celebrate your success with our company values and long-service awards program.
Join a Business That Makes a Difference
At Allied Vehicles, we're passionate about improving mobility and accessibility for people across the UK. Every day, our teams contribute to providing solutions that help people stay independent and connected. If you're looking for a stable, rewarding role with a successful and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the disability confident initiative, and creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals, regardless of disability, have the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments where required to support you through the recruitment process and beyond. We will offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themselves to be disabled, and who meets the requirements for the post.
We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering Allied Vehicles as your potential employer. We look forward to reviewing your application.
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