Delivery Driver

TieTalent; Galashiels; Hybrid; GBP 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible payment options

Full training and support

Regular work in the same area

Job summary

A delivery service provider in Galashiels is seeking Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers. Enjoy flexible working with great earning potential, delivering up to 25 parcels an hour. No previous experience is needed as full training and support will be provided. Applicants must have access to a van or car, a valid driving licence, and a smartphone. Join today to take advantage of competitive pay per parcel delivered.

Qualifications

• Access to an insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne) is mandatory.
• Must have a full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence.
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK is required.
• Need an IOS or Android smartphone.
• Proof of own bank account is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver parcels in your local area, typically 16-25 parcels per hour.
• Enjoy the freedom to plan your own routes using the app.
• Provide customer service and manage delivery tasks.

Skills

Great attitude

Job description

Overview

Self-employed Core Delivery Driver. As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team. You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Why join Yodel

Competitive rates for each parcel you deliver or collect. Typically, our Delivery Drivers can earn anything between £18 - £20p/h (paid per parcel).

Payment options

Daily & Weekly Payment Options. Yodel offer flexible payment options to all Self Employed delivery drivers, giving you the option to access earnings from the very next day via an app provided by our early access partner, Onsi or alternatively, suppliers can join the weekly payment cycle scheme, which kicks in following 4 weeks of completed delivery services. Both payment options allow you, the supplier, to receive more regular payments for the delivery services you have provided.

What you’ll deliver

There are plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands. Our parcels weigh up to a maximum of 15kg and can vary in size. You can realistically deliver and collect between 16-25 parcels an hour depending on the area and your experience, for 6 days a week. The more you deliver, the more you earn with the opportunity to take more parcels and boost your revenue.

We’ll give you freedom and flexibility. You can plan your own route or use our handy award-winning app with simple instructions and built in optimisation which will help you prepare and plan your routes more easily, as well as allowing you to liaise directly with customers.

We’ll offer regular work in the same area, 6 days a week. We deliver parcels for some of the biggest retailers around, so there’s no shortage of parcels to deliver. You’ll be able to stay local and get to know the roads and customers.

We’ll develop and support you. You’ll get all the independence of being self-employed, plus the backing of our expert team and access to a Yodel representative, to answer your questions.

What you’ll need to show us

No experience required. We provide full training and support to help you get on your way. Here’s what you’ll need to start:

• Access to an insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne)
• A full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
• IOS or Android smartphone
• Proof of own bank account
• Have a great attitude

Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss.

We are looking to partner up with more Self Employed Delivery Drivers than ever before, so register your interest today!