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  • Van Drivers (Fife Wide)
    with Castle Furniture

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO96304 - Created/last updated: 27/09/2024



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    Opportunity

    About this opportunity:Castle Furniture are looking for delivery drivers to support with the collection of items. This role will involve supporting with the collection of furniture from domestic properties throughout Fife as well as the delivery of items to customers.

    Due to insurance purposes, deliver drivers should be over the age of 25 and have no more than 3 points on their licence.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:25
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Van crew members will be taken through their manual handling course, tail lift training, driver training/assessments/ and banksman training.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Primarily, volunteers will use Castle Furniture's van however public transport and mileage rates will be reimbursed on a monthly basis to and from the Castle Furniture Warehouse.

    Experience required:Van crew members are expected to work well with others in a team, have good organisational skills, efficient with time, with high levels of attention to detail and a '˜can do' attitude

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsCollections and deliveries will take place across Fife.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

    What Now?

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