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Rapier Employment Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Full training

Modern fleet

Two-person delivery crew

Job summary

Rapier Employment Limited is recruiting for 7.5 Tonne Drivers to join our logistics client in Ipswich. This is a great opportunity for experienced drivers seeking ongoing work, competitive pay, full training and the potential to secure a permanent position with a leading logistics business.

You will work as part of a two-person delivery crew on multi-drop routes with start times from 06:00. Benefits include weekly pay, overtime opportunities, modern fleet and comprehensive training and support.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months driving experience
• Flexible weekend working
• Ability to undertake Manual Handling and Heavy Lifting
• Reliable, professional and punctual attitude
• Willingness to undergo a Basic DBS check

Responsibilities

• Completing multi-drop home deliveries to customers' homes
• Delivering heavy goods and household appliances
• Carrying out manual handling as part of a two-person team
• Planning delivery routes and completing deliveries efficiently
• Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
• Maintaining accurate Digital Tachograph records and delivery paperwork
• Providing professional and friendly customer service at each delivery
• Following all road transport legislation and company procedures

Skills

UK Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Flexible weekend availability

Manual handling ability

Punctual and professional

Willingness for DBS check

Job description

Rapier Employment are currently recruiting for 7.5 Tonne Drivers to join our well-established logistics client based in Ipswich.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers looking for ongoing work, competitive pay, full training and the opportunity to secure a permanent position with a leading logistics business.

Why Apply?

• £15.31 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work with temp-to-perm opportunities
• Full training and ongoing support
• Modern fleet of vehicles
• Overtime opportunities available
• Work as part of a 2-person delivery crew
• Industry-related training and development

The Role

As a 7.5 Tonne Driver you will work alongside a Driver's Mate to complete multi-drop home deliveries.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing multi-drop home deliveries to customers' homes
• Delivering heavy goods and household appliances
• Carrying out manual handling and heavy lifting as part of a two-person team
• Planning delivery routes and completing deliveries efficientlyCompleting daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects
• Maintaining accurate Digital Tachograph records and delivery paperwork
• Providing professional and friendly customer service at each delivery
• Following all road transport legislation and company procedures

Shift Pattern

You will be required to work one of the following shift patterns:

• Sunday to Thursday
• Tuesday to Saturday

Start times are from 06:00.

Overtime may also be available.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this 7.5 Tonne Driver position, you will need:

• A valid UK Driving Licence
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months driving experience
• A flexible approach to weekend working
• Ability to undertake manual handling and heavy lifting
• A reliable, professional and punctual attitude
• Willingness to undergo a Basic DBS check

Experience That Would Be Beneficial

Previous experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

• 7.5 Tonne
• Delivering large or bulky goods
• Furniture or household appliance delivery

Training & Support

You will receive industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment, helping you settle into the role and understand the delivery operation.