Service Driver (Casual)

at  Lookers plc

SALARY: £11.44 PER HOUR

Mercedes Benz of Gatwick is recruiting for a casual driver to join their busy, dynamic Service team. As a casual driver, you may be required to collect and deliver both cars and parts to retail and corporate customers, working hard to consistently exceed customer expectations and ensure that we provide an exceptional level of service to all our customers!
Along with the extensive knowledge and support from the team, you can look forward to on-going training opportunities that provide you with the right career path and to accelerate your career further!

Service Drivers at Lookers play a vital role in supporting our whole Aftersales department, by prioritising their time and workload efficiently, and they also help to maintain our vehicles ensuring they are clean and in a roadworthy condition, both inside and out. You will drive safely and in accordance with current road and traffic legislation and you will notify your line manager of any defects, damage, or incidents that occur on the road.

• Deliver both cars and parts to retail and corporate customers
• Visiting our other Lookers dealerships in the area
• Ensuring our vehicles are kept in a clean and roadworthy condition
• Drive in accordance with current road and traffic legislation to represent our business
• Consistently providing an exceptional level of service to all of our customers
• Always maintain highest levels of professionalism

For insurance purposes we require all candidates to have held their full UK driving licence for a minimum of 2 years as you will be driving some high roofed/ long wheelbase vehicles. You will also be reliable, have excellent communication skills, be flexible and approach your role with a positive and professional attitude.
Having experience working in a similar role would be advantageous, along with a real passion for providing a great customer service experience.
If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch. Or, if you require further information about this vacancy, please email JoshSummerside@lookers.co.uk

ABOUT US

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to the business which is why we are continually working to provide a market leading rewards and benefits package.

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales in place as you develop
• Generous annual leave allowance that increases with length of service
• Eligibility to join one of our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave, adoption leave (6 months full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years plus life assurance and free will writing service
• Techscheme where you can get the latest tech for less and spread the cost, eye care scheme and discounted shopping vouchers

Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health giving employees and their immediate families access to 24/7 GP services to support well being
Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive a driver’s licence check will also be carried out

• Deliver both cars and parts to retail and corporate customers
• Visiting our other Lookers dealerships in the area
• Ensuring our vehicles are kept in a clean and roadworthy condition
• Drive in accordance with current road and traffic legislation to represent our business
• Consistently providing an exceptional level of service to all of our customers
• Always maintain highest levels of professionalis