Van driver pharma

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist pharmaceutical logistics company for an experienced and reliable Van Driver to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional driver with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Ideally, candidates will have previous experience within pharmaceutical, healthcare or medical logistics, although drivers with experience in a similar specialist or time-critical delivery environment will also be considered.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring sensitive healthcare shipments are transported safely, securely and within strict delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities Completing time-critical collections and deliveries, ensuring all shipments arrive accurately and on schedule. Maintaining the integrity of sensitive healthcare products, including following temperature-controlled handling and transportation procedures. Ensuring all delivery documentation is completed accurately and in line with relevant transport and safety regulations. Providing a professional, customer-focused service when dealing with clients and delivery contacts. Identifying and proactively resolving any shipment, packaging or delivery issues to minimise disruption.

Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring vehicles, equipment and working areas are maintained to a safe, clean and organised standard. Working closely with colleagues and operational teams to ensure the smooth running of daily logistics activities. Following company procedures and maintaining high standards of compliance, safety and service at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Previous experience as a professional van driver is essential. Ideally experienced within pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical or specialist logistics. Full UK driving licence with a good driving record. Understanding of temperature-controlled transportation and product handling would be advantageous. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Reliable, flexible and able to work independently. Strong communication skills and a professional customer-facing manner.

High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Working Hours & Salary Working days:
Monday to Friday.

Hours:

Shifts scheduled between 4:00am and 6:00pm. Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.