Pharmaceutical Same Day Delivery Driver

LF&E; Redhill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Over-Time pay

Career progression opportunities

Uniform and full training included

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

LF&E is seeking a dedicated Same Day Delivery Driver to support nationwide delivery of time-critical pharmaceutical products. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and excellent customer service while working on a national network.

Expect 45 hours per week with a Monday to Friday pattern and potential Saturday work. Early starts up to 2:00am, full UK manual license required, and DBS/reference checks may be requested.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated delivery experience and reliability.
• Strong knowledge of local geography and routes.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver same-day medications nationwide with time-critical accuracy.
• Safely transport temperature-controlled items and maintain delivery integrity.
• Follow pre-planned routes and ensure on-time handovers to patients/pharmacies.
• Inspect vehicle and report issues; collaborate with driver network and management.
• Adhere to UK/EU regulations including MHRA guidelines and GDP.

Skills

Delivery experience

Geographical knowledge

Customer service

Organised

Flexible

Education

Valid UK driving license (3+ years)

Tools

Navigation apps

Job description

Make a Difference on the Open Road!

Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people's lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK's leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we've been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

About LF&E:

• Established in 2008
• 23sites across the UK
• 300+ employees
• Specialists in temperature-controlled healthcare logistics
• Trusted by public and private healthcare sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical, and clinical trial providers

Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist pharmaceutical delivery services.

We are looking for a dedicated Same Day Delivery Driver to join our team, supporting the delivery of time-critical pharmaceutical products nationwide.

About the Role

This role involves delivering temperature-controlled medication nationwide, primarily to patients in their homes, as part of our same-day delivery service. This is not a standard driving role, same-day pharmaceutical deliveries are urgent, time-critical, and require a high level of flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collecting and delivering same-day, temperature-controlled medication via pre-planned routes
• Safely transporting sensitive items to patients' homes and pharmacies
• Ensuring deliveries are completed securely, accurately, and on time
• Inspecting and maintaining your vehicle, reporting any issues promptly
• Working collaboratively with the wider driver network and management team
• Adhering to UK and EU regulations, including MHRA guidelines and Good Distribution Practices
• Providing a high standard of customer service, acting with care, empathy, and professionalism

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: 45 hours per week
• Working Pattern:
  • 5 days per week, primarily Monday to Friday
  • Optional Saturday work may be available
• Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays

Shifts, Flexibility & Work Allocation

Start & Finish Times

• Start times vary depending on workload and can be as early as 2:00am
• Finish times vary daily based on delivery schedules and distances
• Full flexibility is essential

Standby (Not On-Call)

• This is not a formal on-call role, however:
  • Drivers will have standby days
  • Must be available between 08:00 and 16:00
  • Jobs may be assigned at any time during this window
  • Full day rate is paid, even if no job is assigned

Job Allocation

• No fixed rota due to the nature of same-day work
• Jobs are typically issued between 13:00-15:00 the day before
• Same-day jobs are also common

Fairness & Balance

• Shift patterns are managed fairly across the team
• Early starts and longer days are balanced where possible
• Drivers are trained across the network to support flexibility

What We're Looking For

• Previous multi-drop delivery experience (preferred)
• Strong geographical knowledge
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Highly organised, reliable, and professional
• A caring and empathetic approach to patient interaction
• Flexibility to meet the demands of same-day logistics
• Full UK manual driving licence (minimum 3 years, max 6 points)
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo DBS and reference checks

Benefits:

• Company pension
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Over-Time pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Uniform and full training included
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme

Please Note: If you have any criminal convictions, please inform us at the interview stage.