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Van Driver

Frontline Recruitment Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Derby, Leicestershire DE74 2PP, England

Salary

£12 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Immediate openings are available for 5 dedicated Van Drivers to join an established team, with ongoing work beyond Christmas.
  • The role involves transporting goods, loading and unloading, and providing excellent customer service, requiring strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Candidates must have at least 2 years of driving experience and a valid UK driver’s license with no more than 6 points, and be over 25 years of age for insurance purposes.
  • The salary is £12 per hour, with overtime available at T1/2, and shifts typically start at 6 am after arriving by 5:45 am.
  • This position offers potential 'temp to perm' opportunities for high performers who are committed to the role.

Immediate Starts Available! Ongoing Work Beyond Christmas!

We are seeking 5 reliable and dedicated Van Drivers to join our client’s established team. As a Van Driver, you will play a key role in transporting goods to various locations while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle materials effectively. You will be responsible for sharing driving duties, loading and unloading the van, and providing outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate a van for transporting goods to designated locations.
  • Load and unload goods with care to prevent damage.
  • Assist in the warehouse as needed.
  • Maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups.
  • Perform picking and packing tasks, ensuring all items are prepared correctly for dispatch.
  • Collaborate with warehouse staff to manage inventory effectively.
  • Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies during operations.

Experience and Requirements:

  • Previous experience in materials handling is preferred.
  • Experience driving a 3.5-ton van.
  • Familiarity with warehouse operations.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A valid UK driver’s licence with less than 6 points.
  • At least 2 years of driving experience
  • No DD, DR, IN, or TT endorsements
  • Over 25 years of age for insurance purposes

Salary: £12 per hour, plus overtime at T1/2.

Hours: Arrive by 5:45 am for a 6 am start, with 8-10 hour shifts depending on routes and traffic.

We look forward to welcoming applications from committed Van Drivers who are willing to take on hand balling and warehouse duties. There are possible "temp to perm" opportunities for high performers. If you’re eager to work, we encourage you to apply immediately!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.