Job Title: Driver’s Mate (with Dray Experience)
Location: Devizes
Job Type: Temporary
Salary: £12.77
Reports To: Transport Supervisor / Delivery Driver
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Driver’s Mate with Dray experience to assist with the delivery of goods, particularly in the drinks industry. The successful candidate will work closely with the driver to ensure timely and safe delivery of products, often involving heavy lifting and manual handling of beer kegs, casks, cases, and related items to pubs, bars, and restaurants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the driver with navigation, unloading, and delivering products to clients across various locations
- Handle and deliver heavy goods such as beer barrels, kegs, and cases (dray work) using appropriate manual handling techniques
- Ensure delivery notes are completed and signed accurately
- Maintain a high standard of customer service during all client interactions
- Help secure loads to prevent damage in transit
- Report any delivery issues, damages, or discrepancies to the relevant department
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the delivery vehicle
- Comply with all health and safety regulations, including PPE usage
- Support the driver with route planning and traffic updates as needed
Requirements:
- Previous dray experience is essential (handling and delivering drinks/kegs to licensed premises)
- Physically fit and able to handle heavy lifting throughout the day
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Punctual, dependable, and professional
- Awareness of manual handling and health & safety standards
Flexible with working hours, including early starts and occasional weekends
Please call the office for more information 01793613813
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