Express Courier Driver

First Choice Staff; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Express Courier Driver to join the Carlisle depot team. You will be responsible for daily deliveries and collections, maintaining vehicle standards, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a full UK driving licence and have experience in a courier role. This position offers stability and a competitive hourly rate, with hours Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:30.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• Passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Experience in a multi drop courier role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect shipments daily.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.
• Use delivery equipment properly to manage shipments.

Skills

Customer service

Geographical knowledge

Time management

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Global market leader in logistics, package delivery and express mail service is now seeking for a Express Courier Driver to join their Carlisle depot team.

Join now one of the strongest logistics organizations where stability and longevity is offered to you at first. Hit the road and set the wheels in motion!

You will be working Monday - Friday, from 09.00 till 17.30 with 30 minute break. Reporting Location-Carlisle CA3.

Hourly Rates: £14.25 Per hour basic rate £21.38 Per hour OT rate after 45 hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Be an ambassador for our well-known Client; positively representing their brand, maintaining a clean vehicle and being a courteous driver.
• Responsible for the daily delivery and collection of shipments.
• Properly use and maintain delivery equipment, including handheld scanner, to deliver up to an allocated and realistic number of shipments per day.
• Complete daily safety checks, safe loading, securing load of vehicle, maintenance, legislative regulations and adherence to company driving standards (including tachograph vehicles).

About you

• Full UK Driving Licence, with no more than 6 points and have not been disqualified in the last five years.
• An enthusiasm and passion to deliver the best service at all times.
• Excellent customer service skills, with an ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
• Experience in a multi drop courier role and good geographical knowledge would be advantageous.

Our client, a well-known global logistics provider, is waiting for you to on board now!