Van Driver

The Recruitment Crowd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company based in the Gatwick area is seeking dedicated van drivers to join their team. The role involves delivering and collecting parcels while providing exceptional customer service. The position is ongoing with the possibility of permanent placement for the right candidate. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a valid UK driving license.

Benefits

Discounts at high-street stores

Qualifications

• Valid UK driver’s licence with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to pass a driving assessment.
• Willing to obtain a recent DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a van for delivery and collection.
• Load and unload packages manually.
• Follow established routes and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Job description

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The Recruitment Crowd is currently recruiting on behalf of our well-known and industry-leading client based in the Gatwick area. We are looking for several dedicated van drivers to join the team.

Hours: 5-6 days per week (weekends included), from 10 am starts

Job Type: Ongoing with an opportunity for permanent for the right candidate.

The role:

• Safely and efficiently operate a company van to deliver and collect parcels from the client’s Parcelshop and Smart Locker network.
• Manually load and unload vehicles with packages.
• Follow established delivery routes and schedules.
• Ensure all parcels are handled with care and delivered in a timely manner.
• Provide exceptional customer service to recipients and senders.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Handling up to 1000 parcels per day.
• Assisting in the warehouse, particularly with the loading and unloading in the bays.

Requirements:

• A valid UK driver’s license.
• Have no more than 6 points on licence (minor offenses only).
• Have a recent DBS check or be willing to obtain one.
• Ability to pass a driving assessment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Physical ability to manually load and unload vehicles.
• Flexibility to work 5-6 shifts per week, including weekends.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Discounts at hundreds of high-street stores and supermarkets.