Sample Collection Driver

Huntress - Maidstone; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntress - Maidstone is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Sample Collection Driver covering the Ashford and Canterbury area. This role is fully field-based and involves travel to diverse locations to collect samples while following clear procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold a full UK driving licence, be reliable and organised, enjoy working independently, and manage daily journeys to meet schedules. The position starts with an initial 2-month term with potential extension.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and confidence driving to different locations.
• Experience in driving, field-based delivery, collection or sampling is desirable.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Ability to plan daily journeys and manage schedules.
• Willingness to travel between sites during the day.

Responsibilities

• Drive to various locations to carry out scheduled sampling activities.
• Plan and manage daily journeys efficiently.
• Collect and handle samples following company procedures.
• Ensure samples are labelled, recorded and handled correctly.
• Liaise with customers and site contacts professionally.
• Keep the vehicle and equipment clean and maintained.
• Report issues and delays promptly.
• Work independently to meet daily schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Reliability

Independent worker

Punctuality

Job description

Sample Collection Driver

Location: Ashford / Canterbury

Salary: £14.57 per hour

Contact - Initially for 2 months but could be extended

About the role

Are you a confident driver who enjoys working independently and being out on the road? We are recruiting on behalf of a successful client for a sample collection drive for the Ashford and Canterbury area. They are looking for a reliable and organised Driving Field Sampling Technician to join their team.

This is a fully field-based driving role involving travel to different locations to carry out scheduled sampling activities. The role would suit someone who enjoys being on the road, working independently, and following clear procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive to a variety of locations to carry out scheduled sampling activities


• Plan and manage daily journeys efficiently


• Collect and handle samples in accordance with company procedures


• Ensure all samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and handled


• Liaise professionally with customers and site contacts


• Maintain company equipment and ensure the vehicle is kept clean and presentable


• Report any issues, delays, or problems to the relevant team


• Work independently while ensuring daily schedules and deadlines are met

What we are looking for

• A full UK driving licence and confidence driving to different locations


• Previous experience in a driving, field-based, delivery, collection, sampling, or similar role is desirable


• Reliable, punctual, and professional


• Strong organisational and time-management skills


• Comfortable working independently


• Willingness to travel between different sites throughout the working day

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK