Van Driver

The Best Connection; Derby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Provision

Full Training

Perks at Work

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking an experienced Van Driver to join our client DHL Express at East Midlands Airport for the busy seasonal period from November through December.

You will drive a van, perform vehicle checks, keep delivery records and provide excellent service at delivery and collection points, while adhering to airport security procedures. This role includes early starts, weekly pay, and training.

Qualifications

• Pass a van driving assessment (no minimum years of experience)
• Criminal record check (paid for by us)
• 5-year work history that can be checked (gaps over 28 days need a gap reference)
• Provide a 5-year address history
• Have valid photo ID (passport, driving licence or ID card)

Responsibilities

• Driving vans to and from East Midlands Airport
• Performing pre/post vehicle checks and reporting any problems
• Maintaining accurate records and proof of delivery or collection
• Providing excellent customer service at delivery and collection points
• Following all airport security procedures

Skills

Van driving

Customer service

Pre/post vehicle checks

Job description

The Best Connection Group are seeking an experienced Van Driver to join our well-established client, DHL Express, at their site based at East Midlands Airport for the busy seasonal period from November through to December.

What We Offer

• Great Pay: £16.17/hr
• Overtime at £24.26/hr after 40 hours worked
• Usually just 1 drop or collection per shift
• Monday to Friday - 04:00-06:00 Starts
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Provision
• Full Training
• Work available ongoing
• Access to Perks at Work, with discounts and exclusive offers
• 28 days holiday (pro rata PAYE)

Responsibilities

• Driving vans to and from East Midlands Airport
• Performing pre/post vehicle checks and reporting any problems
• Maintaining accurate records and proof of delivery or collection
• Providing excellent customer service at delivery and collection points
• Following all airport security procedures

Requirements

As we work at an airport regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority, all applicants must:

• Pass a van driving assessment (no minimum years of experience needed)
• Complete a criminal record check (paid for by us)
• Have a 5-year work history that can be checked (gaps over 28 days need a gap reference)
• Provide a 5-year address history
• Have valid photo ID (passport, driving licence or ID card)

Licence/Certification

• Full UK Driving Licence, Category B Licence
• A current Aviation Security certificate (formerly Level D), or willingness to complete the course during vetting (paid for by us)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.