Van Driver

DEBRA; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

DEBRA is seeking a dedicated Van Driver to support our logistics team in Crawley. This role involves ensuring the smooth collection and distribution of goods vital to our charitable activities. You'll be the face of DEBRA, interacting with the public while adhering to road safety regulations and maintaining the vehicle.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive rewards package

Auto-enrolment pension scheme with DEBRA contributions

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Generous training budget

Career progression opportunities

Annual leave: 20 days plus Bank Holidays

Long Service Awards

Exclusive staff discount

Personalised Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Presentable appearance and personable manner.
• Physically fit, capable of heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient collection, delivery, and distribution of goods.
• Represent DEBRA professionally and uphold values.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and collections.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Safe manual handling

Health and safety commitment

Job description

Are you a reliable and dedicated driver with a passion for making a difference? DEBRA, a national charity supporting individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), is seeking a Van Driver to join our logistics team in Crawley.

Drive for a Cause: Become a DEBRA Van Driver and Help Transform Lives Affected by EB!

Van Driver – Crawley
Location: Crawley/Logistic,

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £24,733.80 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (usually Monday to Friday) ,

Please note: Debra reserves the right to very these days, from time to time, in accordance with the changing operational needs of the charity.

DEBRA Shop Location: Area 50 The Broadway, Crawley RH10 1HF

About DEBRA

DEBRA is a national charity dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB)—a painful, genetic skin blistering condition that can, in its severest forms, be fatal.

Our mission is to create a world where no one suffers with EB. We provide lifelong care and tirelessly seek cures for all those impacted by this challenging condition.

Our values of respect, passion, care, and inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, making DEBRA a truly great place to work.

The Role: Van Driver

As our Van Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and professional operation of our collection, delivery, and distribution system.

Based out of our Crawley/Logistic area, you will be the face of DEBRA, interacting with the public and ensuring vital goods are moved efficiently to support our charitable activities.

What We are Looking For

• A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• A presentable appearance and a personable, friendly manner.
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting, including safe manual handling of goods.
• A commitment to health and safety best practice, including compliance with LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) 1998 and the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent DEBRA professionally at all times, upholding our values.
• Ensure the efficient and professional collection, delivery, and distribution of goods.
• Safely load and unload the van, maximising space utilisation while adhering to vehicle weight specifications.
• Carry out heavy lifting in accordance with UK safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of all deliveries and collections.
• Keep the DEBRA van clean, tidy, and well-maintained, conducting regular vehicle inspections and promptly reporting any faults.
• Ensure the vehicle undergoes scheduled servicing.
• Adhere to all relevant road safety regulations and UK driving laws.

Please note: DEBRA reserves the right to vary these duties from time to time in accordance with the changing operational needs of the charity.

Why Work for DEBRA?

Joining DEBRA means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by EB. We offer a supportive and engaging work environment where your contributions are highly valued.

Our Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive rewards package
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme with DEBRA contributions
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support
• Generous training budget and strong learning culture
• Career progression opportunities
• Annual leave: 20 days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata), with increased entitlement for long service
• Long Service Awards
• Exclusive staff discount
• Personalised Recognition Awards
• Opportunities for Apprenticeships and Internships

Our Commitment

DEBRA takes its safeguarding responsibilities seriously. All positions require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and two satisfactory work references.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion across all areas of our work. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment or interview process, please let us know.

If you’re an enthusiastic driver ready to contribute to a vital cause and want to join our team as our new Van Driver, please click ‘apply’ today – we would love to hear from you!