Driver

Recruit Engineering; Denham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company based in Denham is seeking an experienced Driver / Despatcher to ensure efficient delivery and collection of goods across the UK. Responsibilities include loading goods, maintaining vehicle safety, and managing warehouse operations. The ideal candidate must possess a clean Class 2 driver’s license and ADR certification. Competitive salary and benefits provided, including a non-contributory pension scheme and personalized training opportunities.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x life assurance

Personalised training and development

Cash healthcare plan

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Subsidised canteen and workplace nursery benefit

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts and perks

Early finish at midday on Fridays

Qualifications

• Aged 23 or over for insurance purposes.
• Experience in driving, loading, and unloading.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle boxes safely.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods safely, checking quantities and documentation.
• Transport goods to customers, suppliers, and other company sites across the UK.
• Carry out basic vehicle maintenance and safety checks.

Skills

Experience in logistics or warehouse operations

Clean Class 2 / Category C driver's license

ADR certification for high consequence goods

Counterbalance forklift experience

Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Driver / Despatcher - Denham

Salary: £30,000-£35,000

We're seeking an experienced Driver / Despatcher to join a busy transport team at a Denham-based site. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering and collecting goods across the UK, ensuring accurate paperwork and safe handling at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods safely, checking quantities and documentation.
• Consolidate deliveries and collections within the warehouse.
• Transport goods to customers, suppliers, and other company sites across the UK.
• Maintain warehouse organisation, cleanliness, and functionality.
• Carry out basic vehicle maintenance and safety checks (e.g., topping up fluids, replacing bulbs).

Requirements

• Aged 23 or over for insurance purposes.
• Clean Class 2 / Category C driver's license with experience driving, loading, and unloading.
• ADR certification for high consequence goods (Classes 1-9).
• Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Experience in logistics or warehouse operations; manufacturing experience desirable.
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle boxes safely.

Benefits

• £30k-£35k salary
• 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x life assurance
• Personalised training and development
• Cash healthcare plan
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to purchase more)
• Subsidised canteen and workplace nursery benefit
• Cycle to work scheme (including e-bikes)
• Retail discounts and perks
• Early finish at midday on Fridays

If you're a reliable and motivated driver looking for a stable role with strong career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

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