Sam Duffield, company director and our Transport & Logistics Manager, has ensured a quality delivery service over the past five years. Now, he's able to provide a more personal service!
Our delivery service is a vital part of our business, with four vehicles delivering timber throughout the country.
Having completed the Transport Manager CPC in October 2023, Sam has now added the final piece to his puzzle by obtaining the full Category C licence, allowing him to take to the road and bring valuable flexibility to the transport and logistics team.
Here's what Sam has to say about the role:
'You find yourself with many roles in a family business. An important one, for me, is Transport Manager.
Last year, I gained my TM qualification, committing to our obligations as a compliant HGV operator whilst gaining some valuable self development. It's been quite an education.
There was, however, something that I’d never been 100% comfortable with. This was training our experienced drivers in operating vehicles they’ve driven for years – whilst not having the ability to do it myself.
So, in the spirit of ‘don’t ask your team to do something you wouldn’t do yourself’ (and because driving the big trucks is fun), I’m beyond excited to have gained my Cat C and to get out there on the road (every now and then!).'
So, if you're a Duffield Timber customer, keep an eye out – it could be Sam delivering your next timber delivery!
Looking to place an order but not sure about delivery?
Whether you live in a terraced urban house or a remote country property – perhaps with a long driveway – there can be many difficulties with delivery.
At Duffield, we go the extra mile to ensure you don't experience any delays. We're always on hand to assist with your specific requirements.
Along with our shiny new fleet of vehicles, we also use the Palletways network, enabling us to reach every corner of the United Kingdom – so there's no job too far.
