Yard Person/Delivery Driver

We are seeking a reliable and practical individual to join our team as a Yard Person / Delivery Driver in our Albourne Branch, based in West Sussex.

Role Purpose:

Reporting the service manager, in this varied hands-on role combining yard duties, manual labour work and vehicle driving.  You will play a key part in the presentation of the depot, as well as supporting the delivery and collection of machinery and/or parts within a defined geographic area.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load and unload machinery using appropriate equipment and tie-down methods (Training can be provided).
• Drive various vehicles including a 3.5T flatbed van to collect / deliver goods to customers, following designated routes to ensure efficiency and punctuality.
• Carry out general ground’s maintenance such as mowing, strimmer and leaf blowing.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic maintenance checks to ensure safety standards are met.
• Support the stores team including relocation of stock from goods inwards areas to containers.
• Complete all delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records of trips and deliveries.
• Carry out basic assembly tasks such as building of wheelbarrows, etc.
• Assist customers with their purchases / or repairs of horticultural machinery, providing a friendly professional service.
• Ensure all health and safety protocols are followed during transportation and handling of machinery.
• Carry out additional yard duties as instructed – such as painting, drain clearance, sweeping.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points preferred).
• Trailer Towing Experience (Licence Entitlement preferred).
• Previous experience in a similar delivery or driving role.
• Good understanding of safe loading / unloading practices and securing of machinery.
• Physically fit and capable of handling machinery and performing manual labour tasks.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including early starts or late finishes when long-distance trips are required.
• Experience in horticultural, agricultural, or construction sectors (desirable).
• Forklift Licence or any other relevant qualifications (desirable).
• Good geographical knowledge of East & West Sussex (desirable).