Sample Collection Driver - York Route

ALS Global; Rotherham; Sur place; GBP 24 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave 25 days (+8 public)

Buy additional leave

Enhanced sick pay

Perkbox membership

Group personal pension

On-site car parking

Résumé du poste

ALS Global in Rotherham is seeking a Sample Collection Driver to collect samples from client sites and deliver them to our laboratory. You’ll drive across the York route, ensure sample integrity, and uphold safety and service standards. This is a customer-facing role with a permanent contract and 40 hours per week.

The position requires a full UK driving licence, reliability, and the ability to work independently. Salary is £26,867 per year, with benefits including annual leave and pension.

Qualifications

• A full, clean UK driving licence and excellent driving standards.
• Confidence driving across the UK road network and following planned routes.
• Experience in driving, delivery, courier or similar roles is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly approach with customers and colleagues.
• Reliable and flexible attitude; able to adapt when plans change.
• Ability to work independently and stay calm when working to deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Collect samples from client sites and deliver them safely and on time to the laboratory.
• Drive safely and courteously, presenting a professional, friendly approach to clients.
• Monitor the vehicle’s fridge temperature to maintain sample quality throughout the journey.
• Develop professional relationships with clients and ALS colleagues.
• Complete collection paperwork accurately and share updates with the Regional Transport Manager.
• Perform routine vehicle checks, keep the vehicle clean, and conduct monthly swabbing.

Connaissances

Full UK driving licence

Excellent driving standards

Strong communication skills

Reliable and flexible

Independent work

Description du poste

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

About the Role

Join ALS as a Sample Collection Driver and play an important part in ensuring client samples are collected, transported and delivered safely to our laboratory. This is a customer-facing driving role, ideal for someone reliable, professional and comfortable working independently. You will be based in Rotherham, collecting samples along the York route. You’ll need to be flexible around planned collections, additional requests and occasional traffic delays, while maintaining excellent standards of safety, service and sample care. Hours Per Week: 40 Days Per Week: Monday to Friday Shift Pattern: Between the hours of 08:00 – 20:00 Contract: Permanent contract Annual Salary: £26,867 Area Covered: York Route

The day to day

• Keep samples moving: Collect samples from client sites and deliver them safely and on time to the laboratory.
• Be a great ambassador for ALS: Drive safely and courteously, and bring a professional, friendly approach to every client visit.
• Protect sample quality: Monitor the vehicle’s fridge temperature to keep samples in the right conditions throughout their journey.
• Build positive connections: Develop helpful, professional relationships with clients and ALS colleagues.
• Keep everyone informed: Complete collection paperwork accurately and share any client issues or important updates with the Regional Transport Manager.
• Take pride in your vehicle: Carry out routine checks, keep it clean and presentable, and complete monthly vehicle swabbing.

The Essentials

• A full, clean UK driving licence and excellent driving standards.
• Confidence driving across the UK road network, with the ability to follow planned routes efficiently.
• Previous experience in a driving, delivery, courier or similar role is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly approach with customers and colleagues.
• A reliable and flexible attitude, with the ability to respond positively when plans change.
• The ability to work independent, use your initiative and remaining calm when working to deadlines.

Employee Benefits Include

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount Vouchers and wellness hub.
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network.