Drivers Mate

Ignition Driver Recruitment; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 17,509 - 20,939; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full induction and training

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Ignition Driver Recruitment are currently recruiting Drivers Mates to work with our client in Newcastle. You do not need previous experience to apply for this role, as full training will be given, but you must be physically fit as you will be climbing in and out of vehicles and here will be a lot of manual handling required.

As a Drivers Mate, you will work in a two person team delivering products to stores and DCs, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time, and you

Qualifications

• Applicants must be UK residents and able to travel independently to and from the site.
• No previous experience required; full training will be provided.
• Must be physically fit for manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Working in a two person team delivering products to stores and DCs.
• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time.
• Completing all relevant paperwork and electronic records accurately.
• Able to climb in and out of vehicles as required.

Job description

Job Title: Drivers Mate
Location: Newcastle
Pay Rate: £12.71 - £15.20 p/h
Shifts: Sunday to Thursday working
Experience: No experience required

Looking for a new role that offers excellent rates of pay, regular work and a team that values you?

Ignition Driver Recruitment are currently recruiting Drivers Mates to work with our client in Newcastle.

You do not need previous experience to apply for this role, as full training will be given, but you must be physically fit as you will be climbing in and out of vehicles and here will be a lot of manual handling required.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly pay rates of £12.71 - £15.20 p/h


• Immediate starts available


• Weekly pay every Friday


• Overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings


• Regular, ongoing work


• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability


• Full site induction and ongoing support


• Friendly and supportive transport team


• Potential long‑term opportunities with a leading employer

The Role

As a Drivers Mate, your duties may include:

• Working in a two person team


• Delivering products to stores and DCs


• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time


• Completing all relevant paperwork and electronic records accurately

What We're Looking For

Applicants must be UK residents and able to travel independently to and from the site. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Ignition Driver Recruitment is proud to be an Armed Forces-friendly employer and welcomes applications from veterans, Reservists, service leavers, military spouses and partners, and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.