Driver

First Recruitment Services; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Collection & Delivery Drivers to join their team in Basingstoke. The role requires driving a long wheelbase van, providing excellent customer service, and efficiently collecting and delivering parcels. Successful candidates will enjoy flexible hours and benefits such as access to healthcare support and discount platforms.

Benefits

24/7 access to NHS approved GP telephone support

Access to the UK’s largest employee discount platform

Specialist medical assistance hotline

Weekly pay

Hundreds of gym discounts

Mental health crisis support and counselling

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
• Experience driving a long wheelbase van.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 30kg).

Responsibilities

• Conducting vehicle safety checks before each shift.
• Planning and following a dedicated delivery route.
• Collecting and delivering parcels efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organisation

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a great company that brings happiness to communities across the country? We are now hiring Collection & Delivery Drivers to join our team!

About the Role

As a Collection & Delivery Driver, you will be responsible for driving a long wheelbase van to collect and deliver parcels efficiently and safely. You’ll play a key role in ensuring timely deliveries while providing excellent customer service. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy a physically active job and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting vehicle safety checks before each shift.
• Planning and following a dedicated delivery route (PDA provided).
• Collecting parcels from various locations.
• Delivering parcels to households and businesses.
• Loading and unloading parcels (up to 30kg).
• Providing friendly and professional customer service.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
• Experience driving a long wheelbase van.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 30kg).
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational skills.
• Flexible and resilient in a fast-paced environment.

Join us and be part of a team that delivers more than just parcels – we deliver smiles!

Working for First Recruitment as a Temporary Worker is a great opportunity to experience a variety of workplaces within different industries, whilst offering flexible working hours.

You can also expect to receive excellent benefits once you begin temping with First Recruitment Services such as:

• 24/7 access to NHS approved GP telephone support and prescription services
• Access to the UK’s largest employee discount platform
• Specialist medical assistance and support hotline
• Weekly pay
• Hundreds of gym discounts
• 24/7 access to mental health crisis support and counselling

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment business in relation to this assignment.

First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this assignment.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.