7.5T Delivery Driver

Driver Hire Nationwide; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruiter seeks a skilled 7.5T Driver in Daventry for a temporary ongoing role. Responsibilities include delivering exceptional service, adhering to safety policies, and ensuring accurate delivery details. Candidates must have a valid C1 licence, a strong focus on customer satisfaction, and the ability to handle heavy items. Join a reputable organization that values its drivers and fosters a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Category C1 licence (no more than 3 points).
• Minimum of 12 months Class 2 driving experience.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest standard of service and be a brand ambassador for the business.
• Drive safely, obeying the rules of the road.
• Complete daily vehicle and equipment pre-trip and post-trip checks.

Skills

Valid C1 licence (7.5T)

Valid Tachograph & CPC

Experience of working in a multi-drop environment

Ability to lift and handle heavy items safely

Flexible schedule to accommodate varying delivery demands

Job description

Job title

7.5T Driver

Location

Daventry

Commutable from

Northampton, Rugby, Coventry

Rate of pay

£15.69 per hour (PAYE Advanced inc. holiday pay)

Type of role

Temporary on-going

Days required & shift pattern

Tuesday - Friday

Start time

04:00 - 06:00

Minimum 8-hour shift, some longer days if busy

4-day week Tuesday to Friday - no weekends!

Full description of the role

Drivers' key responsibilities:

• To deliver the highest standard of service and be a brand ambassador for the business.
• Provide an efficient and 'First in Class' delivery service to our customers.
• Drive safely, obeying the rules of the road
• To always adhere to Health & Safety Policies and procedures.
• To contribute effectively in our team environment.
• Complete a daily vehicle and equipment pre-trip and post trip check using our Defect reporting processes and systems.
• Ensure all customer delivery details are captured accurately via use of the PDA system.

Ideally you will have:

• A great customer focus with a flexible and adaptable approach to deliver outstanding results
• A fully adaptable approach to work
• The ability to use your own initiative to ensure the customer receives their goods in a safe and timely manner
• Category C1 licence (no more than 3 points)
• Experience of working in a multi-drop environment.

Skills / qualifications

• Valid C1 licence (7.5T)
• Valid Tachograph & CPC
• No more than 6 Points or Major Offences
• Minimum of 12 months Class 2 driving experience
• Ability to lift and handle heavy items safely
• Flexible schedule to accommodate varying delivery demands
• Commitment to safety and compliance with company policies and procedures

Why work with Driver Hire

Driver Hire Northampton and Kettering is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing and varied work from multiple clients across Northamptonshire but it's more than just a job with us. We treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. We're proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (December 2024), 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, 97% rated the level of respect received as Excellent/Good and nearly two thirds (69%) said they would 'definitely' recommend working for us.