Van Driver – Local Work, No Parcel Drops – South Devon

Driver Hire Borders; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment business is hiring van drivers in South Devon for flexible assignments. You'll operate 3.5T vehicles for various clients, with an hourly pay range of £13.68 to £17.78 and opportunities for both part-time and full-time hours. Ideal candidates have a clean driving licence and good physical fitness. Local support and discounted training available.

Benefits

Higher weekend pay rates

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts - ad-hoc or ongoing

Discounted CPC training

Local support from a team

Qualifications

• Full UK Category B driving licence required.
• Physically fit and able to lift/load as needed.
• No more than 6 penalty points on driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Driving 3.5T vans for clients across South Devon.
• Following all road safety and delivery procedures.
• Staying in touch with the transport team throughout the day.

Skills

Driving

Physical fitness

Job description

Pay: £13.68 to £17.78 per hour (PAYE Advanced) | Weekly Pay | Flexible Hours

Looking for van driving work in South Devon that isn't multi-drop parcels?

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay) is recruiting van drivers to support a variety of local businesses across Newton Abbot, Totnes, Paignton, and Torquay. You'll be operating 3.5T vehicles on flexible assignments - from ad-hoc shifts to regular, ongoing work.

This role suits experienced van drivers or anyone with a clean Cat B licence who's confident behind the wheel and happy doing a bit of lifting. Whether you're looking for part-time hours or full-time availability, we'll work around you.

What you'll be doing:

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  Driving 3.5T vans for clients across South Devon

  
  


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  Start times typically between 04:00 and 09:00

  
  


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  Shift until deliveries are complete - no crazy targets, no parcels

  
  


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  Staying in touch with our transport team throughout the day

  
  


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  Following all road safety and delivery procedures

  
  

What you'll need:

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  A full UK Category B driving licence

  
  


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  No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD or IN codes)

  
  


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  Physically fit and happy lifting/loading where needed

  
  


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  Reliable transport to get to and from the depot or customer site

  
  


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  A working mobile phone to receive shift info

  
  

What you'll get:

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  £13.68 - £17.78 per hour (PAYE Advanced)

  
  


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  Higher weekend pay rates

  
  


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  Weekly pay

  
  


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  Flexible shifts - ad-hoc or ongoing

  
  


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  Discounted CPC training if you're interested in moving up to 7.5T

  
  


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  Local support from a team that gets to know you

  
  

How to apply:

CallDriver Hire (Torbay)on01364 644149and we'll talk you through what's available. Or click Apply', and we'll be in touch.

About Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay)

Driver Hire is a leading recruitment business for the transport and logistics sector, with over 100 offices across the UK and more than 40 years of experience. We work with professional drivers and logistics staff across South Devon, including Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and surrounding areas - with excellent access from Exeter and Plymouth.

We recruit for a wide range of roles, including HGV Class 1, Class 2, 7.5T, van driving, multi-drop deliveries, warehouse operatives, forklift drivers, and driver's mates. Whether you're looking for temporary shifts, full-time hours, or a permanent role, we may have something that fits.

In our most recent candidate survey, 97% of people said they're proud to work with us, and 98% rated their local office service as Good or Excellent.