Self Employed Delivery Driver

JR United Kingdom; North East; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brand in the wholesale industry is seeking self-employed delivery drivers in Newcastle. This role offers a unique opportunity to earn a competitive income while enjoying flexibility around other commitments. As a driver, you will be responsible for delivering newspapers and magazines on designated routes, ensuring exceptional service with every delivery. With average annual earnings between £31,000 and £36,775 and the potential for additional income, this position is perfect for those looking to balance work and life effectively. Join a team that values your time and offers the chance to expand your business with fixed routes available.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK photo-card licence and access to a van.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver newspapers and magazines efficiently to customers.
• Ensure excellent service and manage fixed delivery routes.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Driving Skills

Education

Valid UK photo-card licence

Tools

3.500kg van

Job description

Delivery Driver – Self Employed – Smiths News in Newcastle (Gateshead)
Must have own or have access to a 3.500kg van.

Night shift delivering between 2/3am and 8/9am, 7 days a week.
Paid weekly
Average annual earnings of £31,000 - £36,775 with the potential to earn additional.

About the role:

• Light warehouse activity of newspapers including loading and unloading of shipments.
• As a self-employed driver you’ll be responsible for delivering newspapers, magazines and shipments to our customers across your designated route.
• Most importantly you’ll ensure every customer receives excellent and efficient service, every time.
• Fixed routes available to entrepreneurs looking to expand their business.

What do you need?

• A valid UK photo-card licence
• Have access to or own a van.
• VAT certificate (if applicable)

What’s in it for you?
This is a fantastic opportunity to earn some extra income working with a leading brand in the wholesale industry, giving you the security but also flexibility around other contracts and commitments – you really can have the best of both worlds!

Many of our current self-employed drivers enjoy the flexible benefit of picking up additional work during the day; utilising the nightly working pattern Smiths News can offer enabling our self-employed drivers to maximise their earning potential and work life balance throughout the week.

If you’re interested in learning more - then we would love to hear from you.