7,5 T Delivery Driver

DC Solution; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Solution in West London is recruiting a 7.5T Delivery Driver to safely deliver glass, glazed units, tools and construction materials to sites across Greater London.

You will load and unload vehicles, assist with crane operations when required, and maintain daily vehicle safety checks. The role runs Monday to Friday 7:00am–5:00pm with 9.5 paid hours per day, and Saturday work available, moving from self-employed to permanent PAYE after an initial period.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving license with C1 entitlement and valid CPC/DQC.
• Digital Tachograph card and prior delivery experience are required.
• Good knowledge of UK roads and safe driving practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect glass, glazed units, tools and construction materials.
• Load and unload vehicles and assist with crane operations when required.
• Plan routes, communicate delivery schedules with site teams, and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear PPE as required.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence (C1)

Driver CPC / DQC

Digital Tachograph Card

Delivery experience

Job description

7.5T Delivery Driver - Glass & Materials

Location: Ealing / West London

Pay: £16.00-£17.00 per hour

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:00pm

Paid Hours: 9.5 hours per day

Saturday Work: Available

Employment: First 3 months self-employed, then permanent PAYE

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established client for an experienced 7.5T Delivery Driver to join their busy logistics and delivery team in West London.

The role involves the safe and timely delivery and collection of glass, glazed units, tools and construction materials to various sites. You will also be responsible for loading and unloading materials and assisting with crane operations when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect glass, glazed units, tools and construction materials.
• Load and unload vehicles safely, taking particular care when handling heavy or fragile materials.
• Operate a vehicle-mounted crane when required.
• Assist with crane lifting and unloading operations.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time.
• Plan suitable delivery routes, taking traffic and road conditions into consideration.
• Communicate with site teams and fitters regarding delivery schedules.
• Check that collected goods and materials are correct and complete.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety and maintenance checks.
• Report any vehicle defects or mechanical issues promptly.
• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures and risk assessments are followed.
• Wear and maintain the required PPE.
• Assist with stock, consumable and equipment requirements when necessary.
• Support the wider logistics team with other reasonable duties as required.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C1 entitlement
• Valid Driver CPC / Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous commercial driving or delivery experience.
• Good knowledge of UK roads and safe driving practices.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties safely.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage delivery schedules.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

• Glass or glazed unit deliveries
• Construction materials
• Building materials
• Logistics and distribution
• Vehicle-mounted cranes
• Construction sites
• Manual handling of heavy or fragile materials

Working Hours & Pay

• Monday to Friday
• 7:00am-5:00pm
• 9.5 paid hours per day
• £16.00-£17.00 per hour
• Saturday work available
• First 3 months self-employed
• Following successful completion of the initial period, the role will move to a permanent PAYE contract

This is a great opportunity for an experienced 7.5T driver looking for regular work, consistent hours and the opportunity to move into a permanent position