Yard Person & Delivery Driver

Ernest Doe & Sons Limited; Albourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local agriculture supply company in Albourne is seeking a reliable Yard Person / Delivery Driver. You will be responsible for loading and unloading machinery, driving delivery vans, and assisting customers with their purchases. This hands-on role requires a full UK driving license, physical fitness, and ideally previous delivery experience. The position offers competitive pay, 32 days holiday, and additional benefits such as pension and employee discounts.

Benefits

32 days holiday (inc bank holidays)

Workplace pension

Life assurance (2 x salary)

Country store staff discount

Company sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points preferred).
• Previous experience in a similar delivery or driving role.
• Physically fit and capable of handling machinery.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload machinery using appropriate equipment.
• Drive various vehicles to collect/deliver goods to customers.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Support the stores team including relocation of stock.

Skills

Safe loading / unloading practices

Communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility to work varying hours

Tools

Forklift

3.5T flatbed van

Job description

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).

Job Categories: Country Store, Parts & Retail

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Location: Albourne

Ref No: WS2274

Additional Information

• Start Date: Immediate, but subject to replacement of existing role if successful.
• Hours: 39 hours per week: Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, Friday 8am to 4pm (with an unpaid lunch break) Overtime paid at time and a half on completion of 39 hours Monday to Friday.
• £Competitive, depending on experience
• 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays), workplace pension, life assurance (2 x salary), country store staff discount, company sick pay scheme, flu jabs and employee referral scheme.

Compensation & Benefits

£Competitive, depending on experience

32 days holiday (inc bank holidays), workplace pension, life assurance (2 x salary), country store staff discount, company sick pay scheme, flu jabs and employee referral scheme.