7.5 Ton Driver 19P

GR Employment; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics company in Ferndown is seeking a 7.5 Ton Courier Driver responsible for daily delivery and collection of shipments. This role includes completing approximately 20 multi-drop deliveries per day while adhering to driving standards and legislation. Ideal candidates must have a C1 driving licence, a digital tachograph card, and a minimum of 2 years of driving experience. The position includes opportunities for ongoing training and development, as well as benefits such as weekly pay and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Statutory holiday entitlement

Ongoing support from your consultant

Weekly pay and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with C1 entitlement (7.5 ton).
• Digital Tachograph Card and CPC qualification.
• Minimum 2 years' professional driving experience.
• Prior multi-drop courier experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete around 20 multi-drop deliveries and collections per day.
• Accurately record driving and working hours.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks.
• Adhere to company driving standards.
• Operate handheld scanners efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

GR Employment Ltd is currently recruiting a 7.5 Ton Courier Driver to be based at one of our key customer sites in Ferndown BH21 7BU

This role involves the daily delivery and collection of shipments, ensuring that our customers enjoy a consistently high-quality service enhanced by speed, passion, and a can‑do attitude.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 18:00 (start/finish times may vary with workload)
• Pay: £15.07/hour
• Breaks: 45 minutes unpaid break
• Temporary position, which may lead to a full‑time opportunity

Key Responsibilities

• Complete around 20 multi‑drop deliveries and collections per day, including loose loading
• Accurately record driving and working hours in line with road transport legislation
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and ensure proper vehicle maintenance
• Adhere to company driving standards, including safe loading and load security
• Operate handheld scanners and work efficiently to meet warehouse dispatch deadlines
• Maintain excellent planning and organisational skills to manage delivery schedules
• Deliver a high standard of customer service, showing flexibility and a can‑do attitude
• Support site security procedures, promptly reporting any concerns
• Be open to ongoing training and development, attending required courses as needed
• Adapt to occasional changes in delivery routes based on business needs

Job Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with C1 entitlement (7.5 ton)
• Digital Tachograph Card and CPC qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ professional driving experience (insurance requirement)
• Prior multi‑drop courier experience (preferred)
• Strong customer‑facing skills and ability to work under pressure
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Knowledge of transport regulations and health & safety standards
• At least 21 years old, no more than 9 penalty points on the driving licence within the last 3 years (insurance requirement)

Job Benefits

• Statutory holiday entitlement, pro-rata
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
• Weekly pay and pension scheme