Other Transport - Van Driver

EV Cargo; Erith; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Reward Gateway discounts

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Palletforce Logistics is seeking a 3.5t Evening Driver for a full-time, Erith-based role. You will perform multi-drop deliveries, carry out daily vehicle checks, and maintain safety standards while serving customers across a delivery route.

The ideal candidate will hold a full driving licence, have multi-drop experience, and demonstrate strong communication and reliability in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full driving licence.
• FLT counter balance experience is an advantage.
• Previous multi-drop experience desirable.
• Good communication, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Carry out driving duties, including daily checks for roadworthiness and safety procedures.
• Report delivery issues promptly to Transport Office.
• Provide a professional driving service and meet customer expectations.
• Adhere to health and safety standards at all times.

Skills

Full driving licence

FLT counter balance (advantage)

Multi-drop experience

Good communication

Job description

3.5t Evening Driver| Full time| Erith based

THE ROLE

Join our team at Erith, Monday – Friday, this is a Multi- Drop position as a delivery driver. Our drivers are one of the most important roles within Palletforce Logistics, and you will have the important role of delivering products to our customers whilst being safe and taking care of yourself on the road.

THE SALARY

Competitive

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• Carry out driving duties, including daily checks to ensure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use, complying with vehicle security and standing procedures at all times.
• Report any delivery issues in a timely manner to the Transport Office.
• Provide a professional driving service, meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
• Ensure health and safety standards are adhered at all times.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Qualifications. You will hold a full driving licence. FLT counter balance experience an advantage.
• Experience. Previous experience is essential and multi drop off experience is desirable, and you will have a strong logical and geographical knowledge.
• Communication. You will have good communication skills, spoken and written.
• Influence & Persuasion. Build good working relationships with work colleagues and our customers.
• Planning & Organisation. You will be adaptable in your start and finish times and the ability to prioritise workloads, meet tight deadlines.
• People & Self Development. You will have a flexible “can do” attitude to cope with constantly changing priorities and have an excellent work ethic.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

We’ll support your development; help you grow and also offer you a competitive package that includes:

• Competitive Annual Leave.
• Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
• Excellent Pension Scheme

ABOUT US

Palletforce Logistics have grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything Palletforce Logistics does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

Palletforce Logistics reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.

If you have any queries, please contact: [e-mail]