Driver Uxbridge

Driver

Uxbridge London

Position Overview

This position is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of goods to customer sites as needed or as a part of a pre-defined route reviewing orders prior to delivery to verify accuracy and loading and unloading goods and pick-up using Encore owned leased or rented trucks including vehicles. This position reports to the Logistics Coordinator or Hire Manager subject to the assigned department.

Key Job Responsibilities

Driving Delivery and Pick-up:

Drive Encore owned leased or rented vehicles including vans

Drive Results - Maintain set routes and schedules as directed by their supervisor to meet customer expectations

Loading and unloading of vehicles

Review orders for accuracy during both delivery and pickup to ensure all items are accounted for

Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage to gear

Do the Right Thing - Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions

Able to complete a manual and/or electronic log book based on an assigned region

Customer Service:

Deliver World Class Service - Provide superior customer service and strive to exceed the needs and expectations of both internal and external customers

Maintain a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication and interaction

Assist with dispatching (as needed) which includes planning routes making driver assignments coordinating with venues and warehouse personnel and arranging for 3rd party transportation to support regional needs

Equipment Handling

Value People - Assist warehouse team with other responsibilities to include: pulling receiving and transportation of equipment.

Participate in annual physical inventory process.

Perform quality control and equipment staging in warehouse as directed.

Ensure all equipment is picked up and/or delivered on site.

Vehicle Maintenance:

Works with the dispatcher to ensure vehicles are well maintained through scheduled service appointments as required

Maintain good general overall appearance of the vehicles and ensure all vehicles are kept clean and free of debris

Perform daily inspection on vehicle prior to route and ensure Driver Vehicle Inspection logs are performed before each trip

Maintain and replenish all vehicle fluids as needed e.g. wiper fluid DEF etc.

Identify mechanical maintenance needs as they occur

Report any vehicle damages or traffic violations to immediate supervisor in a timely manner

Job Requirements

Valid Drivers License

Clean driving record is preferred

Basic Computer Skills

Exceptional customer service skills.

General knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance.

General understanding of proper load securement.

Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.

Ability to drive or sit for long hours at a time.

Good communication skills with internal and external customers.

High degree of team work with customers peers and managers.

Ability to use and understand automated routing software.

General competencies skills in smartphone use.

Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction.

Competencies

Deliver World Class Service

Hospitality

Ownership

Do The Right Thing

Safety Conscious

Drive Results

Action Oriented

See The Big Picture

Tech Savvy

Value People

Communicates Effectively

Required Experience:

IC