Van Driver

Get Staffed Online Recruitment; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Van Driver in Staines-upon-Thames. This full-time permanent position offers various shifts, competitive pay starting at £12.21 per hour, and a supportive work environment. Responsibilities include delivering and collecting goods, ensuring freight safety, maintaining communication with the transport office, and performing daily vehicle checks. A full UK driving licence and good navigation skills are required. Enjoy consistent hours and paid annual leave in this key driving role.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Consistent hours

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must possess a full, valid UK driving licence.
• Good navigation skills using maps or satnav are essential.
• Safe driving with compliance to regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out deliveries and collections of air freight.
• Ensure freight is safely loaded and secured.
• Complete paperwork accurately.
• Maintain communication with the transport office.
• Perform daily vehicle checks.
• Utilize equipment such as pump trucks safely.

Skills

Full, valid UK driving licence

Good local road knowledge

Safe, responsible driving

Basic IT skills

Professional communication

Job description

Van Driver

Various shifts available: Day and night shifts, 4-on/4-off, Monday - Friday

Hourly rate: From £12.21 per hour, depending on experience

Full-time, permanent positions.

Enjoy consistent hours, paid annual leave, and the backing of an established company that values its Drivers.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Carrying out deliveries and collections of air freight and specialist goods for a range of customers.
• A mix of local and regional routes, always returning to base each day.
• Ensuring freight is safely loaded, stacked, and secured.
• Completing paperwork accurately and handing it in promptly.
• Following assigned routes and schedules, with flexibility to optimise where appropriate.
• Maintaining good communication with the transport office throughout the day.
• Performing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects immediately.
• Using equipment such as a pump truck or tail-lift safely when required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Good local road knowledge and confident navigation using maps or satnav.
• Safe, responsible driving with full compliance to legal and CAA regulations.
• Basic IT skills (PDA/satnav use).
• Professional communication with customers and colleagues.