Van Driver

Backline Logistics; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Backline Logistics in Exeter is seeking van drivers to work with a variety of clients across Exeter and surrounding areas such as Cullompton, Crediton and Newton Abbot. You will need transport to assignments and a valid B-class licence.

Start times vary with options for full-time or part-time work, and some weekend work may be available. You will load/unload, complete delivery paperwork, and maintain clear customer communication.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence (class B) with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills to interact with customers and team members effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ability to lift

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a van to deliver goods to various locations.
• Load and unload items from the van, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Conduct regular inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition, reporting any mechanical issues as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers regarding schedules and any potential delays.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including logs of mileage and fuel consumption.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving.

Skills

Driving voice?

Strong communication

Time management

Job description

We are looking for van drivers.

You will be working for a variety of companies in Exeter and the surrounding areas including Cullompton, Crediton and Newton Abbot. You will require transport to get to assignments.

It could be on a full time or part time basis to be flexible to your lifestyle.

There will be some lifting on occasion and you will need good lieracy and numeracy skills for delivery paperwork. Some use of a handheld delivery pod may be used for some customers.

Start times vary — Usually Monday to Friday although there could be some weekend work on offer occasionally.

This role offers an exciting, varied working life with the opportunity to work for a variety of clients.

Duties

• Safely operate a van to deliver goods to various locations.
• Load and unload items from the van, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Conduct regular inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition, reporting any mechanical issues as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers regarding schedules and any potential delays.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including logs of mileage and fuel consumption.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving.

Requirements

• Valid driving licence (class B) with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills to interact with customers and team members effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ability to lift

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