Ad Hoc Van Driver Northampton

Manpower UK Ltd; Great Houghton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Temporary Casual Driver to deliver cooking oil and collect used oil across multiple locations. The role requires a valid UK driving licence and van driving experience. Candidates must be reliable, flexible, and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include weekly pay and 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata). This casual assignment could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)

Access to discounts on adventure days

Access to the MyPath upskilling programme

Possible permanent opportunities

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with no points or endorsements.
• Proven experience driving vans in the UK (6 months minimum).
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times.
• Friendly attitude with a willingness to engage with customers.
• Experience in business-to-business sales is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and health regulations.
• Ability to handle unexpected situations effectively.
• Keen eye for detail, particularly when handling documents.
• Strong reliability and flexibility with work hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fresh cooking oil and collect used oil.
• Ensure orders are fulfilled timely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip inspection of the vehicle.
• Safely load and unload cargo.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers on delivery updates.
• Record completion of Waste Transfer Notes accurately.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Report missed or failed deliveries daily.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Temporary Casual Driver - Van

Location: Northampton; occasional travel to Willenhall

Pay Rate: £13.46 per hour + travel expense paid

Shift Pattern: Ad hoc - casual hours across the year

Shift Times: Must be flexible to work between 08:00 - 20:00

Working Hours: Casual work throughout the year

This assignment is an ad hoc assignment offering casual work across the year, with the potential to lead into a permanent position (if desired). In this position you will need to be able to travel between the locations listed above.

Manpower are looking for a Van Delivery Driver to work for our client based in Willenhall and Northampton. 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

• Deliver fresh cooking oil to the catering industry and collect used oil to return to the Microsite, acting as the "face of the business" and building customer relationships.


• Ensure each order is fulfilled in a timely, efficient, and friendly manner; assist in generating new business during rounds.


• Pre-trip inspection of the vehicle to ensure that it is in proper working order and complies with safety regulations.


• Regular maintenance of the vehicle to ensure it remains in proper working order and reporting any mechanical issues to the appropriate personnel.


• Driving the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, while adhering to traffic laws and complying with all safety regulations and procedures while operating the vehicle.


• Safely loading and unloading of cargo and ensuring it is secured according to safety regulations.


• Delivering fresh oil to the catering / restaurant trade and collecting used cooking oil.


• Making/taking payment for oil and the maintenance and accuracy of cash/pre-paid cards.


• Communicating with dispatch and customers to provide updates on delivery times and any issues that arise during transport.


• Accurate recording of information following Oil delivery and / or collection, eg completion of Waste Transfer Notes


• Reporting of missed or failed deliveries on a daily basis to Microsite Manager.


• Build and maintain good relationships with customers and prospective customers, assisting with sales efforts when required.

Requirements

• Driving Licence, Own Vehicle & Clean Record: A 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: A friendly, positive attitude with a willingness to engage with customers to enhance their experience.


• Sales Experience (Desirable): Experience in business-to-business sales and achieving sales targets as part of a driving role would be an advantage 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: A keen eye for detail, particularly when handling documents.


• Reliability & Flexibility: A strong work ethic, reliability, and flexibility with work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays if needed.

Benefits

• 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

Please 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