Van Driver

Backline Logistics; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Exeter is seeking a Van Driver responsible for collecting and delivering loads, with duties including loading/unloading and excellent customer service. Candidates should have a full UK licence and prior driving experience. The position offers various shifts with overtime available, alongside benefits like free training, pension, and uniform provided.

Benefits

FREE training to upskill drivers

Pension

Weekly Pay with online platform for payslips

Temp to Perm opportunities

All uniform provided

Up to 40+ hours paid per week available

24 hour manned phones for support

Qualifications

• You must hold a full UK Licence.
• Maximum 6 points.
• Good knowledge of the local area.
• Clean and professional at all times.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to handball off large and heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Perform daily vehicle checks.
• Load and unload securely using ratchet straps and other methods.
• Communicate with office and customers about deliveries.

Job description

Overview

Van Driver — Backline Logistics is looking for a Van Driver to work for various clients. You will be collecting and delivering loads, and the role may involve loading and unloading, so a good level of fitness is required. Driver duties may include planning routes, loading and unloading, and providing excellent customer service. To be considered for these roles, you should have previous driving experience and reliable transportation. You should be able to follow directions as well as all safety rules. Ultimately, you are a member of the team that provides excellent customer service. You may need transport due to working at a variety of clients in various locations. Opportunities available for part time, temp to perm and full time roles. For information on this role, please contact us (phone number removed). Opportunities available for upskilling to HGV.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner
• Maintain accurate records
• Perform daily vehicle checks
• Load and unload securely using ratchet straps and other methods
• Communicate with office and customers about deliveries

Requirements

• You must hold a full UK Licence
• Maximum 6 points
• Good knowledge of the local area
• Clean and professional at all times
• Good written and spoken communication skills
• The ability to handball off large and heavy items

Qualifications

• Valid van driver\'s licence (Class B)

Pay

• PAYE £488.00 per week minimum (pro-rata)
• 28 days holiday accrued per year (pro-rata)

Kit

• Backline Logistics Hi Vis Vest and Branded Polo Shirts provided
• Steel Toe Cap Boots provided

The Benefits of Backline

• FREE training to upskill drivers including Forklift — and more
• Pension
• Weekly Pay with an online platform to see your payslips
• Temp to Perm opportunities
• All uniform provided
• Up to 40+ hours paid per week available
• 24 hour manned phones for support
• Working for a premium brand synonymous with great service

Backline cannot be compared to traditional recruitment businesses. We look to build long term relationships with drivers by offering unique benefits, enhancing skills, maximising pay and making full-time, permanent employment real