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About the role
As one of our Installation Specialists based in one of our Customer Delivery Hubs, you'll have the opportunity to bring our distinctive John Lewis service to our customers' doors, installing products such as furniture, kitchen appliances, sound systems, and TV sets as part of a two-person delivery crew. Apply today for available Driving roles at Magna Park 3 CDH!
At a glance:
Roles Available: Customer Delivery Hub Driver - Driver Trainee, Installer & Technician
Position: Permanent
Location: Magna Park 3 CDH (Milton Keynes)
Salary: Starting rates vary: Driver Trainee £28,646, Installer £32,149, Technician £34,353 (Annual)
Applicants must be over 18 due to role requirements.
Driver Trainee Responsibilities
* Complete the 12-month Customer Delivery Driver Trainee programme to become a qualified Installer.
* Be an ambassador for the John Lewis brand with excellent customer service.
* Assist in loading your vehicle and collaborate with the warehouse team.
* Respect customers' homes and handle unexpected situations professionally.
* Install products efficiently and demonstrate their use to customers.
* Stay updated with new products and technologies.
* Maintain a safe working environment.
Note: Role involves heavy lifting, delivering large items like sofas, white goods, furniture, beds, and mattresses.
Essential Skills/Experience for Driver Trainee
* UK B-Category manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.
* Excellent verbal communication skills.
* Interest in technology and installation.
Desirable Skills/Experience
* Previous installation and customer delivery experience.
Driver Installer Responsibilities
* Start at the delivery hub, then head out on route.
* Be an ambassador for the brand with great customer service.
* Load your vehicle with deliveries, working with the warehouse team.
* Respect customers' homes and handle situations professionally.
* Install products efficiently and demonstrate their use.
* Stay updated with new products and technologies.
* Maintain safety standards.
Note: Heavy lifting involved.
Skills/Experience for Driver Installer
* Manual C1 UK driving licence with max 6 points.
* DCPC and Tachograph Card.
* Experience driving a 7.5-tonne vehicle.
* Experience in customer-facing roles.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Good understanding of technology.
Desirable Skills for Installer Role
* Experience in white goods installation, TV installation, and flat pack assembly.
Driver Technician Responsibilities
* Start at the hub, then route out on deliveries.
* Be an ambassador for the brand.
* Coach and develop colleagues.
* Load your vehicle and work with the warehouse team.
* Respect customers' homes and handle situations professionally.
* Install a variety of products, demonstrating their use.
* Stay updated with new products and technologies.
* Maintain safety standards.
Note: Heavy lifting involved.
Skills/Experience for Driver Technician
* Manual C1 UK driving licence with max 6 points.
* DCPC and Tachograph Card.
* Experience driving a 7.5-tonne vehicle.
* Experience in customer-facing roles.
* Excellent verbal communication skills.
* Good understanding of technology.
Desirable Skills for Technician Role
* Experience with electrical and furniture product installation, including wall-mount TVs and white goods.
Working Hours
Full-time: 41 hours/week (06:00-17:00, Monday-Saturday). Part-time: 30.75 hours/week (Thursday-Saturday).
The Partnership
We’re the largest employee-owned business in the UK, home of John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re committed to building a happier world, fostering innovation, and embracing diversity and inclusion.
As Partners, we share ownership, contribute to our success, and treat everyone with kindness and respect.
Additional Notes
Roles may require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks and financial probity checks. Apply promptly as vacancies can close early. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage discussions during interviews.
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