Relief Van Delivery Driver / Warehouse Operative

Centric Talent; Bolton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Relief Van Delivery Driver / Warehouse Operative in Bolton. The role involves multi-drop delivery driving and supporting warehouse tasks. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months of relevant driving experience and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a full-time contract with flexible shifts and various employee benefits including health and welfare support.

Benefits

Temporary-to-Permanent contract

Pay rate: £12.93 per hour

Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours

Generous holiday entitlement

Free training and upskilling

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised hot meals in on-site canteen

Free secure on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ multi-drop van driving experience.
• Full, clean UK driving licence (maximum 6 points).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial and domestic deliveries.
• Support warehouse tasks when not driving.
• Complete approximately 20 drops per day.
• Conduct pre- and post-vehicle checks.

Skills

Multi-drop delivery driving

Customer service

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Understanding of UK motorway network

Job description

Relief Van Delivery Driver / Warehouse Operative

Location: Bolton

Centric Talent is recruiting experienced Multi-drop Delivery Drivers / Warehouse Operatives to join our client in Bolton—one of the UK’s leading suppliers of bathrooms and bathroom fittings.

his hybrid role includes both multi-drop delivery driving and warehouse work. You will drive when covering for holidays or sickness and support the warehouse on days when sufficient drivers are available.

Previous multi-drop experience is essential, and candidates must hold a full, clean UK driving licence (up to 6 points accepted for minor offences).

Role Responsibilities

Delivery Driving

• Carry out commercial and domestic deliveries
• Complete approximately 20 drops per day
• Occasional long-distance work
• Drive a range of vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with customers
• Liaise closely with Admin and Transport teams
• Complete all required delivery documentation
• Conduct pre- and post-vehicle checks
• Manual handling and lifting required

Warehouse Operations

• Support warehouse tasks when not driving
• General picking, packing, and stock handling duties

Working Hours

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position.

Core hours: Monday to Friday

Available shifts include:

• 05:00 – 13:30
• 05:30 – 14:00
• 06:00 – 14:30

Flexibility is required due to the nature of the role.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 6 months’ multi-drop van driving experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points)
• Good understanding of the UK motorway network

Employee Benefits - Financial

• Temporary-to-Permanent contract
• Pay rate: £12.93 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
• Regular overtime opportunities

Employee Welfare

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Engagement initiatives
• Subsidised hot meals in on-site canteen
• Access to microwaves, vending machines, and hot drink facilities
• Free secure on-site parking for cars, motorbikes, and bicycles
• HR forums and welfare clinics
• 24/7 support from the Assist team

Personal & Professional Development

• Free training and upskilling
• Full on-the-job warehouse training provided
• Career progression opportunities