Careers - C&D South West Ltd

Careers at C & D South West

Come and join the C & D Family

At our two depot’s in Somerset, we offer a range of fulfilling career opportunities across various departments and enjoy welcoming new members to the C & D Family.

Based in Chard & Martock, Somerset you will work with supportive colleagues in a variety of roles such as driving & warehouse positions to operational and customer support team roles, managerial, finance and administrative roles.

As a third generation family owned and operated business, our key values are:

Honesty

Commitment

Teamwork

Respect

Trust

Responsibility

We also offer a variety of apprenticeship schemes within C & D South West, with our most popular being our LGV Driver Academy Apprenticeship.

This is available to those that have an interest in coming into the Transport Industry and gaining a LGV licence, meaning a career and skill for life.

If you are interested in an exciting and rewarding career within the Transport industry with a host of benefits, please see our current vacancies listed below.

Driving Positions:

HGV Class One Driver (Days) -Chard & Martock Depots

HGV Class Two Driver (Days) -Chard & Martock Depots

Warehouse Positions:

Forklift Driver (Split Shift) – Chard Depot

Managerial & Administration:

Transport Planner (PM Operations) – Chard Depot

Driver Academy:

Positions coming soon – please check back later.

If we have do not have any current vacancies that are of interest, we will always take applications to hold on file should any future positions arise. Please use the application form below to apply and include your area(s) of interest.

Employment Application Form

We are Part of the Palletforce Network

We are a founder member of the PalletForce network, one of the fastest-growing palletised distribution networks in the UK.

With over 100 depots with a combined fleet of over 3000 vehicles and 4 million sq ft of warehousing, C&D South West and PalletForce handles thousands of pallets every night.

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The concept of our network means we offer streamlined processes with significant efficiency savings over conventional methods of distribution. Our customers benefit from competitive prices, reliability of service, whilst the impact of the environment is substantially reduced.

Furthermore, as one of the only a few South West logistics company expanding its storage, distribution and fleet you’ll know that your expansion plans will be in safe hands at C&D South West. We encourage all businesses to discuss with us there distribution and pallet delivery needs. Then with the right planning strategy and pricing we can produce a full solution specifically designed to meet your budget requirements.

Here’s how we create peace of mind haulage

We are committed to providing you with pricing advantages

Our business partnership will be founded on risk free trading

Our teamwork and ethics means service excellence to the client

We are committed to providing you with value for money

We provide a user friendly technology platform

We are committed to providing you with pricing advantages

Our business partnership will be founded on risk free trading

Our teamwork and ethics means service excellence to the client

We are committed to providing you with value for money

We provide a user friendly technology platform

Who we help

Business Owners and
Directors

Transport, Logistics and Warehouse Managers

Procurement and General Managers

We often work with the following sectors

Pallet Distribution for the Retail Sector

Food & Drink Pallet Distribution

Distribution for Manufacturing

Distribution for Engineering Companies

Wholesale Distribution

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"We keep using CDSW as a result of their consistently excellent customer service. They are always quick to assist and keep us fully up to date with our deliveries"

Sarah A, Sales Processing Manager, Somerset Based Retailer

"Over the few years they have moved from a simple supplier of services to a valued business partner, helping Arada Ltd deliver an unmatched delivery experience to our customers, whether they are retail or consumer."

Jon B, Director, Manufacturing Firm, Devon

"We have been using C&D for several years now. I feel comfortable that they understand our needs with regard to competitive market pricing and the transportation of a perishable product."

Steve B, Managing Director, Somerset Based Brewery

"From the outset they’ve been nothing but a great business partner helping us, as a new company, with little things like advice given on dispatch arrangements, meeting our logistical needs and delivering on the promises we make to our customers and their requirements. "

Dan U, Dispatch Coordinator, Dorset Food Manufacturer

"With over 20 years experience within transport and distribution I have rarely come across a company with whom I have been able to build such a good working relationship. Thank you for the support you have provided our business, long may it continue."

Richard G, Warehouse Manager, Devon Based Door Manufacturer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to use your service?

There are no membership costs or hidden fees when using C & D South West. You simply pay for the shipping costs on the freight you move. To set up an account, please click here.

What can I ship?

We handle a variety of goods on a daily basis at C & D South West from Garden Furniture, to Stoves to Bottles of Beer! However, all goods sent with us must be ambient, non hazardous and secured to a pallet for onward shipment. To find out more about pallet sizes and guidelines please click here.

What if my goods are not on a pallet?

We can offer a palletisation service for adhoc consignments that may not be palletised for collection. To request a quotation regarding this service, please click here.

What Warranties/Insurance do I have for my shipments?

All consignments benefit from free goods-in-transit insurance, for more information regarding insurance on your freight please see our Terms & Conditions. If our standard insurance does not meet your required level of cover, please contact us regarding additional insurance as this can be offered.

If my goods are lost or damaged, what do I need to do?

In line with our Customer Service Charter we aim to provide the highest quality service to all clients, however should the situation arise where goods are unfortunately lost or damaged in transit please contact your account manager or our customer service team as soon as possible to report this so we can investigate & process accordingly.

What are C&D operating hours?

Our operation runs 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday. Until 12.00 on a Saturday and closed on Sundays. If you have a request outside of our working hours please contact us and we will respond as quickly as we can.

What's the best number and email to contact C&D on ?

Our main contact number is 01460 64701 and the fastest way to reach us, however if you prefer to email please click here so your enquiry can be directed to the relevant department.

How can I track my order?

All consignments are tracked via our online portal that can be accessed here. We can also offer tracking updates with twitter, email and text notifications for each delivery. Please click here for more information.

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Careers at C & D South West

Honesty

Commitment

Teamwork

Respect

Trust

Responsibility

Driving Positions:

Warehouse Positions:

Managerial & Administration:

Driver Academy:

We are Part of the Palletforce Network

Here’s how we create peace of mind haulage

We are committed to providing you with pricing advantages

Our business partnership will be founded on risk free trading

Our teamwork and ethics means service excellence to the client

We are committed to providing you with value for money

We provide a user friendly technology platform

We are committed to providing you with pricing advantages

Our business partnership will be founded on risk free trading

Our teamwork and ethics means service excellence to the client

We are committed to providing you with value for money

We provide a user friendly technology platform

Who we help

Business Owners and Directors

Transport, Logistics and Warehouse Managers

Procurement and General Managers

We often work with the following sectors

Pallet Distribution for the Retail Sector

Food & Drink Pallet Distribution

Distribution for Manufacturing

Distribution for Engineering Companies

Wholesale Distribution

Guaranteed On Time & Backed by the Latest Technology in Delivery Tracking

Qualifications & Accreditations

"We keep using CDSW as a result of their consistently excellent customer service. They are always quick to assist and keep us fully up to date with our deliveries"

"Over the few years they have moved from a simple supplier of services to a valued business partner, helping Arada Ltd deliver an unmatched delivery experience to our customers, whether they are retail or consumer."

"We have been using C&D for several years now. I feel comfortable that they understand our needs with regard to competitive market pricing and the transportation of a perishable product."

"From the outset they’ve been nothing but a great business partner helping us, as a new company, with little things like advice given on dispatch arrangements, meeting our logistical needs and delivering on the promises we make to our customers and their requirements. "

"With over 20 years experience within transport and distribution I have rarely come across a company with whom I have been able to build such a good working relationship. Thank you for the support you have provided our business, long may it continue."

Download our guide and checklist with 5 tips for choosing a pallet delivery provider

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to use your service?

What can I ship?

What if my goods are not on a pallet?

What Warranties/Insurance do I have for my shipments?

If my goods are lost or damaged, what do I need to do?

What are C&D operating hours?

What's the best number and email to contact C&D on ?

How can I track my order?

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