Delivery Vehicle Driver; Part-Time

Reporting directly to the Depot Team Leader, as a Delivery Vehicle Driver you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods and materials to designated locations. The role involves operating various types of vehicles, ensuring compliance with traffic laws, maintaining the vehicle in good condition, and providing excellent customer service at all times.

Values: Teamwork, Care, Customer Centricity, Respect, and Integrity.

Please note that this role requires a basic DBS check as part of our commitment to safety and responsibility.

• Operate vehicle to transport goods to specified destinations in line with schedules.
• Follow planned routes and adhere to schedules.
• Use navigation systems to optimise travel routes and avoid traffic delays.

• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations and drive in line with statutory and legislative regulations.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any maintenance or delivery issues in a timely fashion.
• Ensure the safety of passengers and goods during transit.
• Promote the health and safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that encourages safety.
• Accurately load, unload and deliver orders to customers on time and in full.
• Ensure products are packed safely and secured with straps to prevent damage in transit.
• Use driving app and comply with all required driving standards; maintain compliance with telematics and driving rules.
• Perform heavy lifting, moving, protecting, wrapping and managing products with due care.
• Use equipment respectfully, safely and as trained, including vehicles, phones and computers.
• Use phones for work matters only and when legally safe to do so.

• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as checking oil, water, tyres and lights.
• Keep the vehicle clean, well‑maintained and smoke‑free (smoking is not permitted in vehicles).
• Inform the Depot Team Leader of any servicing requirements and repairs.
• Report any vehicle defects or delivery problems daily and promptly.

• Accurately check that all stock is correct on your vehicle for each order.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption and any incidents or accidents.
• Complete delivery or transport paperwork and obtain necessary signatures.
• Receipt and dispatch all orders accurately and securely in line with Leader's SOPs.

• Provide a courteous and professional service to customers at all times.
• Always show dignity and respect with customers, colleagues, drivers and visitors.

• Support all other areas of the business as required, including working in the warehouse.
• Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seeking ways to develop and maximise customer service levels.
• Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met.
• Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets.

• Valid UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle type (e.g., Category B for cars, Category C for lorries).
• Hold a clean driving record.
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks and traffic laws and familiarity with using GPS and other navigation tools.
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Flexibility working an average of 45 hours per week.

• Opportunity to shape and lead governance processes in a fast‑growing business.
• A supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
• A culture that values your professional growth and personal wellbeing.
• Generous holiday allowance – enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off:
  • Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday.
  • Sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs.
• We believe in a healthy work‑life balance that works for you.
• Length of service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years of service.
• Death in service benefit (3x annual salary).
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements.
• Salary sacrifice Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Staff discounts on the Leader product range.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Your wellbeing matters – we care about our team's mental and emotional health. That's why we offer:
  • Access to Able Futures, a confidential government‑backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional well‑being advice, counselling and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work.
• Employee referral bonus.
• 27 hours per week.
• Wednesday to Friday.
• Salary £14 per hour.