Description

3.5 TONNE MULTI-DROP DELIVERY DRIVER

MONDAY – FRIDAY: START TIMES BETWEEN 04.30 – 07.00

PAY RATE: £12.21 PER HOUR

What’s in it for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for Van Drivers to join our well-established client based in Kelso, Scottish Borders.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great benefits and room to grow and progress.

This role will be ongoing for the right candidate.

You must undergo a DS/DBS check for this role.

What are the benefits?

  • Ongoing work
  • Weekly pay
  • Training provided
  • Immediate starts
  • Employee Well-being Program
  • Opportunity for progression: should applicants have 7.5 tonne experience, there is opportunity to become a team leader

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Multi-Drop Delivery Driver will involve but not be limited to:

  • Multi-drop deliveries during the working day, between 20-25 drops per day
  • Loading & unloading boxes/packages for onward delivery
  • Loading the vehicle for the following day’s deliveries
  • Ensuring all loads are safe and secure
  • Conducting vehicle inspections and reporting any faults to management
  • Operating a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van in a safe and efficient manner
  • Maintaining accurate records, including delivery notes, vehicle maintenance checks, incident reports, and accident reports
  • Ensuring positive and effective communication with staff at delivery points
  • Adhering to food hygiene regulations while transporting food
  • Monitoring and maintaining the correct temperature regime of the refrigeration unit

Essential Skills

As a Multi-Drop Delivery Driver, you will need to:

  • Have previous multi-drop experience (preferred)
  • Hold a valid UK Category B Driving Licence and have held this for at least two years (some points considered)
  • Have thorough knowledge of vehicle operation and driving regulations
  • Communicate effectively both in writing and orally
  • Recognise and report any vehicle maintenance and safety requirements
  • Have a good understanding of road networks, navigational aids, and traffic regulations
  • Be capable of working to tight deadlines and using initiative
  • Be of good repute (you must undergo a DS/DBS check for this role)

Desirable Experience

  • Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
  • Basic food hygiene knowledge (training provided upon commencement of employment)

Training

  • Internal training on food hygiene
  • Vehicle maintenance and safety procedures
  • Compliance training on legal and regulatory requirements

Contact

  • If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more

    People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

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