Van Driver

Location: County Durham

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-known and established distribution business based in Durham. We are looking for multiple Van Drivers to join the team on a permanent basis from day one.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking to secure a stable, long-term position with genuine opportunities for progression. Drivers who demonstrate reliability, commitment and a strong work ethic will have the opportunity to be upskilled by the client and supported through their 7.5 tonne licence, with an increased salary upon qualification.

Location:

Durham, DH2 1AG

Job Type: Permanent

Salary:

• £29,741.40 per annum while working as a 3.5 tonne Van Driver

• Salary increase upon successfully obtaining your 7.5 tonne licence and progressing into a 7.5 tonne driving role

Hours & Shift Patterns:

• Monday to Friday

• 08:00 start on Mondays

• 07:30 starts Tuesday to Friday

• 45 hours per week contracted

• Finish times are approximately 17:30, depending on the completion of deliveries

• No weekend working

• No bank holiday working

The Role:

• Completing an average of approximately 45 delivery stops per shift

• Delivering to a mixture of commercial and residential locations

• Approximately 80% commercial and 20% residential deliveries

• Completing both one-man and two-man deliveries

• Delivering a wide variety of products, including coils, radiators, pipes and other goods

• Heavy lifting and manual handling will be required as part of the role

• Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time

• Providing excellent customer service at all delivery locations

• Completing all required vehicle checks and delivery paperwork

• Full training will be provided

Requirements:

• Valid UK driving licence

• Previous van driving or multi-drop delivery experience is desirable

• Comfortable completing heavy lifting and manual handling

• Ability to work independently and as part of a two-person delivery team

• Reliable, professional and committed approach to work

• Good customer service and communication skills

• Ability to manage a busy delivery schedule effectively

What’s on

Offer:

• Permanent employment from day one
• £29,741.40 starting salary

• Direct interview with the client

• 45-hour per week contract

• Monday to Friday working

• No weekends or bank holidays

• Full training provided

• Stable, long-term employment with an established business

• Genuine opportunity for career progression

• Opportunity for committed and reliable drivers to be upskilled and supported through their 7.5 tonne licence

• Increased salary upon progressing into a 7.5 tonne driving role

To apply , please submit your CV or contact our team for more information