Defleet Preparation Valeter

We have an exciting opportunity for a Defleet Preparation Valeter due to departmental growth.

This is a permanent post offering £24,133.20 per annum.

Reporting to the Defleet Preparation Manager you will provide a complete and efficient cleaning service preparing Commercial Vehicles and Cars for sale.

**Working Hours**:42.5 hour week, Monday to Friday

**About the Company**:
U-Drive is a reputable family-owned vehicle rental company with a 40-year history. We specialize in providing a diverse range of high-quality cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. Our team takes pride in offering excellent service to both business customers and private hirers.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare vehicles for sale by removing signwriting using a heat gun
- Clean vehicles to the standards required and remove any other evidence of U-Drive brand
- Machine polish/mop
- Carry out basic remedial repairs, for example changing wheels or fitting body mouldings
- Photograph and video vehicles for marketing purposes
- Use our vehicle management system to track progress
- Move and park vehicles carefully in allocated areas
- Collect vehicles from other U-Drive branches as required
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, including keeping work area clean and tidy and maintaining internal branch cleanliness
- Keep yard and spaces clean and clear of rubbish, litter and weeds

**About you**:
A sound general knowledge of vehicle cleaning is essential however we are also looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive ‘can do’ attitude. Someone who can multi-task and manage time effectively as there may be periods of time working alone. You must also have a full and clean UK driving licence.

If you can bring added value to the role with experience in Smart Repairs, Fibreglass Repairs, Basic Body Repairs then the salary may be negotiable.

**Benefits**:

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

**About U-Drive**:
U-Drive, a family-owned and operated vehicle rental company, has been serving customers for four decades. We offer a wide selection of high-quality cars, LCVs, and specialist vehicles across the UK. Our team takes pride in delivering exceptional service to both business customers and private hirers.

If you are a hardworking individual who thrives in a varied workday and values customer service, this is your chance to join an essential team at U-Drive. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
- **We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity.**_

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

**Salary**: £24,133.20 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Valeting: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person