Delivery Driver / Loader

Smith's (gloucester) Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Boot allowance

Life Assurance Scheme

Discounts on group services

Job summary

Smiths is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver & Loader in Gloucester to support the Commercial Waste division. You will deliver and collect wheelie bins and equipment, while also performing yard duties and basic vehicle maintenance.

The role combines on-the-road delivery with hands-on yard work, requiring safety awareness, good customer service and the ability to work flexibly across driving and yard tasks. Outdoor, physical work with PPE provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required for safe driving and delivery.
• Experience in delivery driving, yard, warehouse or similar roles.
• Good understanding of health and safety in operational environments.
• Ability to load, unload and handle equipment safely.
• Basic IT skills to use tablets/handheld devices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect wheelie bins, equipment and materials.
• Complete daily delivery/collection schedules efficiently and professionally.
• Record deliveries and collections using handheld devices and tablets.
• Assist with loading/unloading and yard-based duties as required.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform basic safety checks.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Delivery driving experience

Yard operative experience

Basic IT skills

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Tools

Tablets/handheld devices

Job description

Location: Gloucester
Full Time | Permanent | 7:00am-16:00pm

Join Our Growing Waste Management Team

Smiths is looking for a reliable and hardworking Delivery Driver & Loader to support the day-to-day operation of our Commercial Waste division in Gloucester.

This is a varied and hands-on role that combines delivery driving with yard-based duties. You will be responsible for the safe delivery and collection of wheelie bins, equipment and materials across our operating area, while also helping to maintain a safe, organised and efficient yard environment.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in delivering excellent customer service, and are looking for a role where no two days are the same, we'd like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities of Delivery Driver / Loader

Delivery & Collection Duties

• Safely deliver and collect wheelie bins, equipment and materials across our operating area.

• Complete daily delivery and collection schedules efficiently and professionally.

• Accurately record deliveries and collections using handheld devices and tablets.

• Ensure all loads are transported safely and securely in line with company procedures.

Loader Duties

• Assist the driver with the scheduled emptying of wheelie bins and waste bags on their route.

• Support the cleaning, inspection and basic upkeep of allocated vehicles and equipment, ensuring they are maintained to a high standard.

Vehicle Safety & Compliance

• Carry out daily vehicle checks and inspections.

• Complete vehicle defect reporting and inspection records accurately.

• Operate vehicles safely and in accordance with company procedures and transport legislation.

• Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant at all times.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience in a delivery driving, yard operative, warehouse, waste management, construction or similar operational role

Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within an operational environment

Ability to load, unload and handle equipment and materials safely

Basic IT skills, including the use of tablets and handheld devices

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About You

You'll be someone who:

• Has a positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.

• Enjoys working in an outdoor, physically active role.

• Is reliable, punctual and dependable.

• Communicates professionally with customers and colleagues.

• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of housekeeping and vehicle care.

• Is safety-conscious and committed to following procedures.

• Can work flexibly between driving and yard-based duties as operational requirements change.

Why Join Smiths?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive team where you'll play an important role in delivering great service to our customers while helping to maintain an efficient and well-organised operation.

• Permanent full-time employment

• PPE provided

• Boot allowance

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Discounts on group services

Please note: This role involves working outdoors for a significant proportion of the day and includes manual handling activities. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.