Courier Driver

LOPEZMOLEZUN; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A delivery service provider in Carlisle is seeking Couriers for immediate start. The role offers £11.74 per hour, increasing to £17.61 for over 45 hours. Responsibilities include collecting and delivering goods, managing delivery records, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and prior multi-drop experience. This position guarantees ongoing work for the right individuals and emphasizes the importance of route planning and efficient delivery.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence required.
• Previous experience in a multi-drop delivery role essential.
• Capable of loading and unloading goods efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Collect goods from designated points.
• Load and unload the delivery van.
• Ensure timely delivery and record necessary documentation.

Skills

Multi-drop experience

Route planning

Customer delivery

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Job description

We are looking for Couriers to work at a client of ours based in Carlisle, this is an immediate start.

£11.74 per hour and £17.61 if you do over 45 hours.

Work available throughout the year at this client for the right candidate.

The role includes 30+ drops to customers homes using a hand held scanner, similar multi drop experience is essential.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

As a Delivery Van Driver You Will

• Collect goods from a warehouse, shop or collection point
• Load the vehicle
• Before setting off, ensure you choose the best route checking if the route is being affected by traffic or road works
• Ensure delivery of goods and at destination point you will unload the van and deliver directly to the customer or client, then you will request and receive signatures from the customer or client
• Record your hours, mileage and ensure relevant delivery and collection records are up to date

Qualifications/Licences/Certifications

• A full UK-issued driving licence
• Previous multi-drop experience essential
• Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths (this is required to pass your theory and practical driving tests)
• Category B on your Driving licence is required for you to drive Category B vehicle (light van) providing the van weighs 3,500kg/3.5 tonne or less. When you pass your car driving test this licence covers you to drive category B vehicles on public roads.

To apply please attach your CV to this advert and a member of the driving team will be in touch. Please note vetting will need to be completed for this assignment prior to your start date.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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