Van Driver Days

The Best Connection; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Online payslips

28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for

Pension contribution

Job summary

The Best Connection is looking for a Van Driver for their Hexham branch to join a temporary ongoing assignment. You will deliver building materials, timber and plumbing supplies to trade and residential sites in a 3.5t transit-style van, and assist in the warehouse when not out on deliveries.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, reliability, and a can-do attitude. Pay is £13 per hour, with weekly pay and statutory leave.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence (Category B)
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries or commercial driving preferred
• Can-do attitude and physically fit to handle heavy materials
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Experience in construction supply or merchant industry advantageous

Responsibilities

• Deliver building materials, timber and plumbing supplies to trade and residential sites
• Assist in the warehouse with loading, unloading and serving customers when not on deliveries
• Perform daily vehicle walk-around checks and maintain accurate records
• Present a professional and helpful face of the company at the point of delivery

Skills

Multi-drop deliveries

Safe driving

Customer service

Loading & unloading

Vehicle checks

Job description

The Best Connection is currently seeking a Van Driver for our client, a leading independent Builders' Merchant, based at their Hexham branch. This is a temporary ongoing position; however, there is regular work available for the right candidate who demonstrates reliability and professionalism.

The Role:

• Delivering building materials, timber, and plumbing supplies to trade and residential sites using a 3.5t transit-style van.
• Assisting in the warehouse with loading, unloading, and serving customers when not out on deliveries.
• Conducting daily vehicle walk-around checks and maintaining accurate records.
• Acting as a professional and helpful face of the company at the point of delivery.

Shift Pattern & Pay:

• Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 17:00.
• Hourly Rate: £13.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Valid UK Driving Licence (Category B).
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries or commercial driving is highly preferred.
• A "can-do" attitude with the physical fitness to handle heavy building materials.
• No more than 6 penalty points (for insurance purposes).
• Experience in the construction supply or merchant industry is a significant advantage.

Benefits of working with The Best Connection:

• Weekly pay (every Friday).
• Online payslips and easy portal access.
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday).
• Pension contribution.