Casual Van Driver

Vrieservice; Grays; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and environmentally conscious company as a Van Delivery Driver, responsible for delivering fresh cooking oil to the catering industry. This role offers flexibility with casual hours and the potential for a permanent position. You'll be the face of the business, ensuring timely deliveries and fostering customer relationships. With top-of-the-line equipment and a supportive team, this is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact while developing your skills in a growing industry. If you have a passion for service and a clean driving record, apply now to be part of this rewarding journey.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with no points or endorsements required.
• Proven van driving experience in the UK (6 months minimum).

Responsibilities

• Deliver fresh cooking oil and collect used oil from clients.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers to enhance service.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Problem-Solving Ability

Attention to Detail

Reliability & Flexibility

Education

Valid UK Driving Licence

Van Driving Experience

Job description

Job Title:

Temporary Casual Driver - Van

Location:

Tilbury

Pay Rate:

£12.50 per hour

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).

Manpower are looking for a Van Delivery Driver to work for our client based in Tilbury. 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.

Job Overview:

As a Van Delivery Driver, you will be the 'face of the business,' delivering fresh cooking oil to the catering industry and collecting used oil to return to the Microsite. Relationship building with customers is key, as our client aims to ensure every order is fulfilled in a timely, efficient, and friendly manner. You'll also have the opportunity to assist in generating new business during your rounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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, e.g., 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.

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

In Short

• Industry: Recruitment
• Founded: 1948
• Location: UK
• Company size: 5000+

ABOUT US

Manpower has been a global leader in contingent and permanent recruitment workforce solutions for over 70 years. Since 1948, our purpose has remained consistent - we connect people with meaningful and sustainable work.

Whilst our purpose remains constant, the world of recruitment is evolving fast. Technology innovations are reducing traditional value.

We see people and unemployment at scale and witness first-hand the trends which are changing the world of work around us.

We help organisations nationwide develop and maintain their workforce to respond to changing business demands, market fluctuations and keep pace as the future of work evolves.

Fast Fulfilment: our teams are experts in their markets, and through our strong global brands they have access to a vast talent pool of compliant and ready to work candidates.

Agile approach: we have the insights, expertise and experience to create a workforce to provide clients and candidates with the right match to help them go further.

Precision performance: we invest in our people. Through robust training and our development programme, MyPath, we develop our people with the skills critical to their job today and for the jobs of tomorrow.