Van Driver

Driver Hire Ashford & Tonbridge; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension

Holiday pay

On-site parking

Training opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Driver Hire Ashford & Tonbridge is seeking reliable Van Drivers (Cat B) to deliver beverages to hospitality venues around Ramsgate and the surrounding area. The role involves working in a two-person team, loading and unloading, and ensuring timely, professional deliveries.

Shifts start early (04:00–07:00) with average 12-hour days from Tuesday to Saturday. Weekly pay every Friday, pension, holiday pay, and opportunities for permanent work after a qualifying period are included, with on-site

Qualifications

• Full Cat B driving licence (required)
• Experience in commercial/delivery driving preferred
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy items

Responsibilities

• Deliver beverages to hospitality venues (kegs, wine, spirits, soft drinks)
• Work in a two-person team, load/unload goods
• Ensure timely, professional deliveries and navigate stairs/tight spaces

Skills

Van driving

Delivery driving

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Job description

Van Driver - Beverage Deliveries

Location: Ramsgate, Thanet + surrounding areas

Pay: £12.85 - £14.40/hour | Tuesday to Saturday | Weekly Pay

Driver Hire are looking for reliable Van Drivers (Cat B) to support one of our key clients based in Ramsgate, specialising in supplying beverages to the restaurant and bar industry. This is a hands‑on, active role with the opportunity for ongoing local work and long‑term prospects.

The Role

You’ll primarily be working as a van driver or driver’s mate delivering products such as kegs of beer, wine cases, spirits, and soft drinks to hospitality venues. Working in a team of two, you will be responsible for loading and unloading goods and ensuring timely, professional deliveries.

Due to the nature of the role, you must be comfortable with repetitive lifting, handling heavy items, and navigating stairs and tight delivery spaces.

Hours of Work

Start times between 04:00 - 07:00

Average 12‑hour shifts, Tuesday to Saturday

What You’ll Get

• Weekly pay (every Friday)
• Holiday pay - accrued or rolled up
• Pension scheme
• Minimum 8 hours pay per shift
• Free on‑site parking
• Training & development opportunities
• Work‑life balance - no weekends required
• Chance of permanent work or guaranteed hours after qualifying period

Additional Opportunities

Alongside this role, we can offer a variety of other driving work across the Thanet area, with both full‑time and part‑time options available to suit your schedule.

What You Need

• Full Cat B driving licence
• Some commercial driving experience preferred
• Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
• Reliable, flexible, and a good communicator