Driver/valeter

Exciting Opportunity for a Driver/Valeter in Fareham

Join our team in a permanent position offering £28,056.97 a year. We're seeking customer-focused individuals with a full UK driving license who can confidently operate our vehicles. No previous experience required as full training will be provided.

Working Hours: Full-time permanent position.

**About the Company**:
With a 40-year history, U-Drive is a trusted family-owned vehicle rental company specializing in high-quality cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. We take pride in delivering excellent service to both business customers and private hirers.

**Role Overview**:
As a Driver/Valeter at U-Drive, you'll play a crucial role in the efficient operation of our Fareham branch. This position involves driving responsibilities alongside vehicle valeting tasks to ensure our rental vehicles are well-maintained and customer-ready. Whether delivering vehicles to branches or directly to customers, your attention to detail and commitment to customer service are paramount.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Drive, deliver, and/or collect vehicles as directed.
- Clean and valet vehicles to U-Drive standards.
- Conduct end-of-hire vehicle checks for damage.
- Complete drivers' logs and branch sign-in/out.
- Perform Pre-Rental and Post-Rental Vehicle Inspections, reporting faults and damage.
- Park vehicles in designated areas.
- Assist customers by showcasing vehicles and explaining controls.

**Qualifications and Attributes**:

- Full and clean UK driving license.
- Positive "can do" attitude.
- Effective communication skills for excellent customer service.
- Team player with honesty and trustworthiness.
- Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
- Prompt and courteous response to queries.

**Benefits**:

- 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
- Employee discount on U-Drive rental vehicles, including discounts for friends and family.
- Company-sponsored training and development opportunities.
- Access to Employee Discount Program offering savings at over 3,000 retailers.
- Employee Assistance Program in partnership with Health Assured.
- On-site parking.

If you're a hardworking individual who thrives in a varied workday and values customer service, seize this opportunity to join an essential team at U-Drive. No prior experience necessary as full training will be provided.

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,056.97 per year

Expected hours: 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount

**Experience**:

- Driving: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person