Driver Helper - Newhaven, BN postcode 2015

Recruiter
UPS
Location
Newhaven
Salary
Competitive
Posted
03 Dec 2016
Closes
05 Dec 2016
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Description

Driver Helper - Newhaven, BN postcode 2015-023560

Founded in 1907 in Seattle, Washington USA, UPS are the largest parcel delivery service in the world and one of the leading global providers of specialized transportation and logistics services. UPS employs nearly 400,000 staff world wide and serves more than 220 countries and territories.

Driver Helper (UK)

Position Summary:

In order to ensure we are able to maintain service excellence throughout our peak period, we have exciting opportunities available assisting our drivers as temporary driver helpers.

This role will involve meeting drivers, at predetermined locations within the local area of the relevant UPS Centre, in order to assist with deliveries and collections during peak periods. Helpers will be paid for all hours worked from the point of meeting with the driver until completion of duties.

Whilst we are unable to guarantee a fixed amount of hours at this stage as this may vary dependant on volumes and specific areas. Helpers should be available all day (although may only be required 3-6 hours depending on location). Similarly whilst during the busiest weeks, we expect helpers to be required Monday to Friday, in quieter periods this may differ. Salary starts from GBP8.95 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:

* Complete multiple deliveries and collections of packages that can weigh up to 70kg's
* Prioritize workload to ensure time commitments are met.
* Check for 'cash on delivery' packages and ensure all monies are collected.
* Ensure correct completion of UPS paperwork
* Expected to comply with UPS Policy Code and appearance guidelines. .
* To project a high quality UPS image both internally and externally and provide the highest quality service to our customers at all times.

Key Skills / Experience:

* Some experience in a similar work environment would be an advantage.
* Excellent communication skills
* Customer service experience would be an advantage.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure.
* Flexible working approach as overtime will be required.
* Be a good team player with the ability to work on own initiative and meet tight deadlines.
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritize
* Flexible, friendly and enthusiastic attitude.

We offer a wide range of benefits from a Company pension scheme to a corporate discount programme.

UPS operates a 'promotion from within policy' with all our employees having the opportunity to progress within the Company.

If you wish to contact UPS prior to applying for this position please email;

job Package Handling

Primary Location GB-Sussex-Newhaven

Schedule Full-time

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