Ad Hoc Van Driver - Colchester

Manpower; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in the UK is seeking a Van Delivery Driver in Colchester. Responsibilities include driving and delivering fresh cooking oil while maintaining vehicle safety standards. Candidates should have a valid UK driving licence, van driving experience, and excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible working hours and benefits such as paid travel time and access to upskilling programs.

Benefits

Paid travel time + travel expenses

28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)

Access to discounts on adventure days

Access to upskilling programme

Possible permanent opportunities

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with no points or endorsements.
• Proven experience driving vans in the UK for at least 6 months.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip inspection of the vehicle for safety compliance.
• Drive safely adhering to traffic laws.
• Deliver fresh cooking oil to clients.

Skills

Driving Licence & Clean Record

Van Driving Experience

Excellent Communication Skills

Professionalism

Customer Service Orientation

Sales Experience

Safety Awareness

Problem-Solving Ability

Attention to Detail

Reliability & Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Temporary Cluster Driver - Van
Location: Colchester
Pay Rate: £13.94p/h
Shift Pattern: Ad hoc - casual hours across the year
Shift Times: Flexible to work between 08:00 - 20:00
Working Hours: Casual work throughout the year

Role Summary

Manpower are looking for a Van Delivery Driver to work for our client based in Colchester. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company, working in brand-new facilities with top-of-the-line equipment, while making a positive environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip inspection of the vehicle to ensure it is in proper working order and compliant with safety regulations.
• Regular vehicle maintenance and reporting of any mechanical issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Drive the vehicle safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic laws and all safety regulations.
• Safely load and unload cargo and secure it according to safety regulations.
• Deliver fresh cooking oil to the catering/restaurant trade and collect used cooking oil.
• Process payments for oil and maintain accuracy of cash/pre-paid cards as required.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers to provide delivery updates and address issues during transport.
• Accurately record information following oil delivery/collection (e.g., completion of Waste Transfer Notes).
• Report missed or failed deliveries daily to the Microsite Manager.
• Build and maintain good relationships with customers and prospective customers, assisting with sales efforts when required.

Requirements

• Driving Licence & Clean Record: Valid UK driving licence with no points or endorsements.
• Van Driving Experience: Proven experience driving vans in the UK, with a solid understanding of road laws and regulations (6 months minimum).
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with the Transport Office, customers, and other drivers.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times.
• Customer Service Orientation: Friendly, positive attitude with willingness to engage with customers to enhance their experience.
• Sales Experience (Desirable): B2B sales experience and achieving sales targets in a driving role would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and workplace health and safety regulations.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Ability to handle unexpected situations and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail when handling documents.
• Reliability & Flexibility: Strong work ethic with flexibility over hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays if needed.

Benefits

• Paid travel time + travel expenses
• 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)
• Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)
• Access to the MyPath upskilling programme
• Possible permanent opportunities for the right candidate
• Weekly pay
• Note: A basic DBS check will be required as part of the recruitment process.

Apply now and a member of our team will be in contact.