Van Driver

Driver Hire Guildford; Godalming; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Use of van for commuting

Holiday pay

Job summary

A leading transport company in Godalming is seeking a reliable Cat B Van Driver to deliver perishable items across the South, including central London. The ideal candidate should have a valid UK driving licence and prior delivery experience. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £12.21 per hour and includes the use of the van for commuting. Responsibilities include daily vehicle checks, securing loads, route planning, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Previous delivery experience required.
• Verifiable references needed.
• Comfortable with driving in London.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Ensure loads are secured safely.
• Assist in planning daily routes.
• Complete paperwork for each delivery.
• Focus on health and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Demonstrate initiative and organization.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting.

Skills

Reliability

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

UK driving licence

Job description

Van Driver. Godalming. Use of van for commute.

Driver Hire are seeking a reliable, experienced Cat B Van Driver to join our client based in Godalming. They are a leading catering butcher and you will be delivering vacuum packed, sealed, perishable items to pubs, hotels, restaurants and schools in a refrigerated transit‑size van.

You will be delivering across the South and there are frequent runs into central London so you must be comfortable with this. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial driving and possess excellent communication skills.

Plenty of hand‑balling so you will need to be physically fit, you will have the use of a trolley.

You will be required to work Monday to Saturday every week and would therefore expect to earn in excess of £30k per year.

You will also have the use of the van for your commute to and from work.

Benefits, Hours and Salary of the Cat B Driver

• Pay £12.21 per hour + holiday pay
• Monday to Saturday
• Use of the van for commute to and from work

Responsibilities of the Cat B Van Driver

• Carry out daily vehicle walk round checks
• Ensure load is safely secured
• Assist with planning your route for the day
• Ensure all paperwork is correctly completed on each drop
• Be Health and Safety Focused in all aspects of the role
• Possess the flexibility to go the extra mile and have a full commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Use initiative and have an organised approach to your role and workload
• Physically fit as lifting / handballing will be required

Requirements of the Cat B Van Driver

• UK driving licence
• Have delivery experience
• Verifiable references
• Comfortable with driving into the centre of London

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