Van Driver / Yardman

The Best Connection; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Maidstone is seeking a reliable 3.5T Van Driver / Yardman for a full-time role. Your responsibilities include driving a long wheelbase van for deliveries and supporting yard operations. Candidates should have prior experience with long wheelbase vans and a valid UK driving licence. The role offers a salary of £28,000 and a supportive team environment, with no weekend work required.

Benefits

£28,000 per year salary

Supportive and friendly team environment

Varied role with day-to-day variety

Qualifications

• Previous experience driving long wheelbase vans (6m+ beds) is essential.
• Valid UK driving licence is required.
• Must have own vehicle to travel to and from site.

Responsibilities

• Driving a 3.5T long wheelbase van to deliver and collect materials.
• Supporting general yard duties including loading/unloading and organising stock.
• Working closely with the team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Driving long wheelbase vans

Strong communication skills

Positive, hands-on attitude

Job description

3.5T Van Driver / Yardman

Location: Maidstone

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 17:00

Salary: £28,000

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:

We're looking for a reliable and hard-working 3.5T Van Driver / Yardman to join our busy team. This is a mixed role - depending on workload, you could spend the day on the road making deliveries or in the yard helping with daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Driving a 3.5T long wheelbase van (6m+ bed) to deliver and collect materials.
• Supporting general yard duties including loading/unloading, organising stock, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.
• Working closely with the team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements:

• Previous experience driving long wheelbase vans (6m+ beds) is essential.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Must have own vehicle to travel to and from site.
• Forklift licence desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, hands‑on attitude.
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast‑paced environment.

What We Offer:

• £28,000 per year salary.
• Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 17:00 (no weekend work).
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Varied role with plenty of day‑to‑day variety.

If you're a motivated team player who enjoys getting stuck in and doesn't mind switching between driving and yard duties, we'd love to hear from you.