Van Drivers

VAN DELIVERY DRIVERS REQUIRED FOR MULTI DROP HOME DELIVERY

Join a fast-paced delivery operation where your safe driving, reliability and customer focus directly impact the success of a major retail network. This temporary van driver role in Bedford offers regular, ongoing work, shift patterns and the chance to be a key part of a same day home delivery service. If you enjoy being on the road, managing your time and providing a high-quality service, this role will suit you.

About

the Role

You will be responsible for completing multi-drop home deliveries from a local fulfilment centre to customers’ homes and local stores within a defined area. Working to pre-planned routes and time allocations, you will ensure each delivery is completed safely, efficiently and with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Your contribution will support the client’s fast-track network, helping maintain their reputation for reliable, same-day delivery.

Shifts

• 04:30am - 12pm
• 14:30 - 21.30

Pay Rates

• 05:00-00:00 - £14.23
• 00:00 - 05:00 - £16.68

Flexibility is key. This is working any 5 days in 7 so will include working weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Load your own long wheel-based sprinter van with support from the warehouse team, ensuring items are correctly placed and secured.
• Complete up to 25 multi-drop deliveries per shift within a set area, following allocated time windows.
• Use maps and GPS technology to navigate routes efficiently and adjust to any changes or delays.
• Carry out safe driving at all times, maintaining hazard awareness and adhering to all transport regulations and site rules.
• Handle parcels using correct manual handling and lifting techniques to prevent damage and injury.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service at the door, ensuring a positive delivery experience.
• Deliver to both residential addresses and local stores as part of the fast-track service.
• Maintain punctuality across all drops, managing your time to meet scheduled start times and delivery slots.

Key Requirements

• Proven multi-drop van driving experience in a home delivery or similar environment.
• Strong safe driving skills with excellent hazard awareness and familiarity with UK road conditions.
• Effective time management skills with a track record of punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to follow transport regulations and company procedures consistently.
• Confident using maps and GPS devices to plan and follow delivery routes.
• Good customer service and communication skills, able to represent the client professionally.
• Physically able to undertake manual handling, lifting and carrying of parcels throughout the shift.
• Willingness to work on a rota basis, 5 days out of 7, including regular weekends.

Qualifications

• Full UK/EU manual driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months.
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Smart, professional appearance with demonstrable experience of delivering great customer service.

If you have the multi-drop experience, safe driving skills and customer focus required.