Van Driver - Maidstone

The Best Connection; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Full-time employment

Long-term opportunities

Regular hours

Ongoing training

Job summary

The Best Connection is hiring a Van Driver for Maidstone. You will deliver parcels across Maidstone and surrounding areas with Monday–Friday daytime shifts. Immediate starts and long-term opportunities are available in a supportive logistics environment.

Expect to handle 65–100 deliveries daily, load/unload at the vehicle, perform safety checks, and maintain professional customer service while following routes and schedules.

Qualifications

• A valid Category B driving licence.
• A manual driving licence.
• Reliable, professional attitude with good communication and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy delivery schedule.

Responsibilities

• Deliver approximately 65–100 parcels per day.
• Load and unload your vehicle.
• Follow delivery routes and schedules.
• Provide professional customer service.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks.

Skills

Valid Category B licence

Manual driving licence

Reliable and professional

Good communication

Job description

Van Driver - Maidstone

£14.73 per hour PAYE | Monday-Friday | 08:30-18:00 | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced Van Driver looking for reliable, full-time work in Maidstone?

The Best Connection is currently recruiting Van Driver - Maidstone for our well-established client in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking drivers looking for regular weekday hours, ongoing work and the potential for a long-term position within logistics distribution and supply chain industry.

What's on Offer?

• £14.73 per hour PAYE
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• 08:30-18:00 shifts
• Occasional Saturday work during peak periods
• Full-time, ongoing employment
• Immediate starts available
• Regular and consistent hours
• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunity for long-term or permanent employment
• Professional and supportive working environment

The Role

As Van Driver - Maidstone, you will be responsible for delivering parcels safely and efficiently across Maidstone and the surrounding areas.

Your duties will include:

• Completing approximately 65-100 deliveries per day
• Delivering parcels to residential and business customers
• Loading and unloading your vehicle
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks
• Following designated delivery routes and schedules
• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and on time
• Providing professional and courteous customer service
• Managing a busy delivery schedule independently
• Following all company, health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• A valid Category B driving licence
• A manual driving licence
• A reliable and professional approach to work
• Good communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work independently and efficiently
• The ability to manage a physically active role and a busy delivery schedule

Previous multi-drop, courier or delivery driving experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

Location

Maidstone and surrounding areas

Who Should Apply?

This position would suit candidates with experience as:

• Van Drivers
• Delivery Drivers
• Multi-Drop Drivers
• Courier Drivers
• Parcel Delivery Drivers
• Cat B Drivers

If you are looking for regular Monday-to-Friday work, consistent hours and the opportunity to secure a long-term position, we would like to hear from you.

The Best Connection Employment Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
• Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)
• Provide a full 5-year address history
• Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)