Self Employed Delivery Driver (South Shields)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading brand in the wholesale industry as a self-employed delivery driver in Newcastle. This role offers the flexibility to work night shifts while delivering newspapers and magazines, allowing you to maximize your earnings. With fixed routes and the opportunity to expand your business, this position is perfect for those seeking a balance between work and personal commitments. Enjoy the benefits of being your own boss while working with a reputable company that values customer service and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK photo-card licence.
• Access to or ownership of a van is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering newspapers and magazines on designated routes.
• Ensure excellent and efficient service to every customer.

Skills

Valid UK photo-card licence

Van access or ownership

Customer service skills

Job description

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Self Employed Delivery Driver (South Shields), newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear

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Client:

Smiths News Drivers

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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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:

We are currently looking for Self-employed courier drivers to join our expanding distribution network supporting our customers.

• 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.