Courier Driver

GR Employment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable Courier Driver in Sheffield to manage daily deliveries and collections. The ideal candidate should have a full UK driving license and experience in multi-drop courier roles. Flexibility is key, as routes may change based on business needs. This full-time position offers competitive hourly rates and various shift premiums.

Benefits

Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Weekly pay and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-drop courier role.
• At least 21 years old with no more than 9 penalty points on the driving licence.
• Security Training will be provided when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect shipments to and from customers.
• Demonstrate excellent planning and organisation skills.
• Work on an assigned geographical route and adjust as needed.

Skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Planning and organisation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Full UK driving license

Job description

Overview

GR Employment Ltd is recruiting for a Courier Driver on behalf of one of our customers in Sheffield, the Shortwood Business Park area.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily delivery and collection of shipments to and from customers. This role is essential in upholding the company’s values and ethos, delivering service with speed, passion, and a can-do attitude.

You will be expected to provide excellent customer service, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work well under pressure.

We’re looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking consistent work with a bit of flexibility built in.

Responsibilities

• As a courier driver, you will be measured by customer satisfaction and the complete delivery of definite deliveries and collections. As a frontline representative for the company, you will be required to complete all tasks in a customer-focused manner.
• You will be required to demonstrate excellent planning and organisation skills to prioritise work in order to meet customers’ requirements.
• You will work on an assigned geographical route; however, you may be asked to change your route from time to time to meet business needs.
• Scanning and working quickly and efficiently to ensure warehouse deadlines are met, excellent planning and organisational skills and the ability to make good decisions and work under pressure.

Job Details

• Shift pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
• Hourly Rate: £14.25 per hour
• Shift Premium: Extra £2.71 per hour after 7.00 pm
• Saturday Premium: Extra £1.18 per hour
• Sunday Premium: Extra £2.20 per hour

Job Qualifications

• Full UK driving license
• Experience in a multi-drop courier role
• Security Training will be given when required
• For insurance purposes, you must be at least 21 years old and have no more than 9 penalty points on your driving licence within the last 3 years

Job Benefits

• Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
• Weekly pay and pension scheme