What you’ll be doing:
* Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver a variety of products to our customers' doorsteps, on-time and in great condition.
* Completing checks to ensure the van is organised, clean, roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before getting out onto the road to drive safely in a variety of locations and conditions.
* Serving our customers brilliantly, supporting with any questions, and keeping them informed of any delays.
* Confidently learning to use new technology to do your job effectively, and comfortable driving a large vehicle in different locations from residential streets to country lanes.
* When not on the road, helping to maintain a smooth operation in the stock room or on the shop floor.
* Building great knowledge about our products, services, and promotions to help provide recommendations.
What makes a great Argos Colleague:
* Friendly and professional, with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and providing the best doorstep experience as the face of Argos.
* Proficient in driving a large vehicle in various locations, from busy residential streets to narrow country lanes, and delivering to a variety of residential properties.
* Happy working in a fast-paced, physical, and high-energy environment, using initiative to solve problems—often working alone but also thriving as part of a team.
* Always ready to work flexibly and productively to a high standard across the store when needed, with opportunities to learn, develop, and try new things through full training.
* Embraces using new digital tools and technology to do your job brilliantly.
Working for us has great rewards:
We truly value our colleagues and provide market-leading benefits and training:
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day.
* Free food and hot drinks – provided for colleagues in all our stores.
* Generous holiday entitlement – based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave.
* Pension – we’ll match between 4-7.5% of your contributions.
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy shares at discounted prices.
* Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers, and more.
* Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme, a confidential service providing support and guidance on various issues.
Please note that our vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.
An inclusive place to work and shop
We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential, and every customer feels welcome when they shop with us.
We support this through enhanced discretionary leave for families, support for carers, resources to help understand roles, and internal networks for representation. We offer development opportunities including mentorship, training, and career pathways, and celebrate diversity through initiatives and events. To learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please take a look here.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know, and we will endeavour to support you.
Working in our stores
As a Home Delivery Driver at Argos, you’ll provide industry-leading, fast-track service bringing products directly to customers' doors.
Eligibility:
* You must be over 18 and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points.
* You will complete an online driving risk assessment during your interview, and if successful, undergo a driving assessment upon joining.
* You must have the Right to Work in the UK.
* Ability to work various shifts across the week, including three shift blocks during the day: Monday to Sunday 5:00am - 1:00pm, 1:00pm - 6:00pm, 6:00pm - 10:30pm. Hours will be scheduled around your availability and may vary weekly. Overtime opportunities, including supporting your local Sainsbury’s, may also be available.
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