The Sofa Delivery Company (part of the DFS Group)
Delivery & Installation Driver 7.5T
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Delivery & Installation Driver 7.5T
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About The Sofa Delivery Company
At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. That’s why we’re on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count.
As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands: DFS and Sofology.
Our colleagues are given the tools, training, and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile—either for our customers or each other.
Whether you’re in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customer’s home, you’ll deliver moments that matter.
The Highlights
Here’s what we offer:
Compensation
- Great Pay: A competitive salary of £35,837 per annum (£17.51 per hour). Plus an annual bonus of up to £2,000, paid quarterly for delivering an amazing service.
- Sign-On Bonus: A £1,000 sign-on bonus paid in two instalments (£500 after 3 months; £500 after 6 months).
Work-Life Balance
- The Ultimate 4-On, 4-Off Balance: Work 7am – 7pm, then enjoy 4 days off—predetermined, guaranteed, and available permanently (39.35 hrs/week, or equivalent to working less than 6 months of the year).
- Stress-Free Routing: No guesswork. Our Apollo route planner creates efficient journeys, taking the stress out of route planning.
- Well-Maintained Vehicles: Enjoy driving vehicles that are in top condition.
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Additional Benefits
- Generous Discounts: 30% off DFS and Sofology products for you, along with 15% off for friends and family.
- Wellbeing Support: Includes retailer discounts, on-site physio sessions, and health services.
- Career Growth: Access to tools, training, and support to help you grow with us.
- Enhanced Leave: Maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and more.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll work as part of a skilled two-person delivery team, completing 10–15 deliveries daily while installing furniture in customers’ homes. This is a physically demanding role, involving:
- Regular lifting of heavy items.
- Navigating stairs and tight spaces.
If you take pride in doing a job properly, you’ll thrive here.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete all deliveries into customers’ homes safely and professionally.
- Communicate effectively with customers before arrival to ensure they’re prepared.
- Ensure furniture is delivered to the requested room and leave no rubbish to dispose of.
- Represent The Sofa Delivery Company’s values and those of our brand partners at all times.
- Work with your team and senior managers to give valuable feedback, continually improving service standards.
- Conduct daily vehicle/equipment inspections, notifying the line manager immediately if any defects or missing items are found.
- Strictly comply with all driving laws, government regulations, and company policies/procedures.
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Is This Role For You?
The role is ideal if:
Licensing & Experience
✅ You hold:
- 7.5T Licence/Grandfather rights/ROI equivalent, along with:
- An up-to-date Digi Tacho.
- A valid CPC Card.
- A valid manual driving licence. ✅ Your licence has been held for 12+ months with 6 or fewer points.
Personal Fit
✅ You’re ready to work as part of a supportive two-person team. ✅ You love helping people—being customer-focused gives you a high. ✅ You’re comfortable installing and lifting heavy furniture, including in various home settings. ✅ You’ve got strong time management skills and thrive on variety in your day-to-day work. ✅ You take pride in your work and place a high value on safety—your own and others’.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and able to thrive. Our culture celebrates diverse voices and champions inclusion through:
- Diverse colleague networks.
- Partnerships with organisations like:
- Doncaster Pride.
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.
- Carers UK.
- Leadership programmes in Diversity in Retail.
We’re an equal opportunities employer, committed to reflecting the communities we serve. If your experience doesn’t perfectly match our specifications, we still encourage you to apply—we’d love to hear from you!
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