Are you an experienced 3.5t delivery driver looking for a new opportunity?
Driver Hire Leeds West is seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team and represent us to our clients in the local area.
As a leading recruitment agency specialising in transport and logistics, we offer rewarding positions with competitive benefits.
We are looking for drivers with experience who would be happy to work on either a full time, part time or ad-hoc basis. However, reliability is paramount. We often find ourselves having to cover shifts at the last minute, so a degree of flexibility is asked of all our drivers for us to be able to cover all our available shifts. Therefore, you must be able to communicate clearly with our consultants regarding your availability for work. It's imperative we know who is available and when in case a last-minute shift becomes available.
We are looking for drivers who are not afraid of getting stuck in and getting their hands dirty when necessary. Ideally you will have experience of using ratchet straps and will to get involved, helping to load and unload the vehicles at times.
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate a 3.5t vehicle to deliver good to designated locations.
- Use PDA devices for efficient route navigation and delivery tracking.
- Secure cargo using ratchet straps and adhere to all safety protocols.
- Provide excellent customer service during deliveries, representing our clients professionally.
Requirements
- Proven experience as 3.5t delivery driver.
- A full, clean UK Driving Licence.
- Minimum age of 21 due to insurance.
- Proficient use of PDA devices.
- Experience of multidrop
- Familiarity with securing cargo, use of ratchet straps
- Happy with elements of manual handling and handballing
- Reliable and dependable work ethic
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexibility
We work with some great companies in the area, and we believe our service is vital to supporting them, and that's where you come in. We look out for our drivers by checking in with them on a regular basis, helping them find the right companies for them and making them feel like members of our family.
As part of working for Driver Hire, our drivers can earn as much or as little as they want, depending on the number of assignments they work. You can work a full week, a couple of days, or just weekends if you want - it's completely up to you! Our payrates start from £12.89 on days with Holiday pay upfront, with weekend work earning more than £15.47ph.
Our current drivers love working for Driver Hire. In a recent company wide survey 95% of our drivers feel Proud to work for Driver Hire, which is a testament to how we work and treat our drivers. We are a diverse and inclusive employer and welcome applications from all members of society.
If joining the Driver Hire team sounds good to you, then please give us a call our office or apply online and one of our team of friendly consultants will be in touch to arrange an interview.