Van Drivers – Oxford (OX17 3AA)

TRCGroup; Banbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6-week temp to perm

45 hours per week

No weekends

Full training provided

Career progression

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of a well-established distribution business based in Oxford for Van Drivers. This 6-week temporary-to-permanent opportunity offers progression and training to support a long-term career.

Location: Oxford (OX17). 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting 07:30–08:00 and finishing ~17:30, with no weekend or bank holiday work. Pay £12.71 per hour PAYE, with a clear path to permanent employment and potential upskilling to a 7.5 tonne licence.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence is required.
• Van driving or multi-drop deliveries experience preferred.
• Able to handle heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a two-person team.

Responsibilities

• Complete ~45 delivery stops per shift.
• Deliver to commercial and residential locations.
• 80% commercial, 20% residential deliveries.
• Conduct one-man and two-man deliveries.
• Handle coils, radiators, pipes and other goods.
• Heavy lifting and manual handling as required.
• Complete vehicle checks and delivery paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Independence

Job description

Van Drivers – Oxford (OX17 3AA)

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-known and established distribution business based in Oxford. We are looking for multiple Van Drivers to join the team on a 6-week temp to perm basis for the right candidates.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking to secure a stable, long-term position with genuine opportunities for progression. Following successful completion of the 6-week temporary period, suitable candidates will have the opportunity to secure a permanent position with the client. Once established within the business and having demonstrated commitment and reliability, drivers will also have the opportunity to be upskilled and supported through their 7.5 tonne licence.

Location

Oxford, OX17

Job Type

6 Week Temp to Perm for the Right Candidates

Pay Rate

£12.71 per hour PAYE

Hours & Shift Patterns

• Monday to Friday.
• 08:00 start on Mondays.
• 07:30 starts Tuesday to Friday.
• 45 hours per week.
• Finish times are approximately 17:30, depending on the completion of deliveries.
• No weekend working.
• No bank holiday working.

The Role

• Completing an average of approximately 45 delivery stops per shift.
• Delivering to a mixture of commercial and residential locations.
• Approximately 80% commercial and 20% residential deliveries.
• Completing both one-man and two-man deliveries.
• Delivering a wide variety of products, including coils, radiators, pipes and other goods.
• Heavy lifting and manual handling will be required as part of the role.
• Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time.
• Providing excellent customer service at all delivery locations.
• Completing all required vehicle checks and delivery paperwork.
• Full training will be provided.

Requirements

• Valid UK driving license.
• Previous van driving or multi-drop delivery experience is desirable.
• Comfortable completing heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a two-person delivery team.
• Reliable, professional and committed approach to work.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a busy delivery schedule effectively.

What’s on Offer

• 6-week temp to perm opportunity for the right candidates.
• 45 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday working.
• No weekends or bank holidays.
• Full training provided.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an established business.
• Genuine opportunity for career progression.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position following successful completion of the temporary period.
• Opportunity to be upskilled and supported through a 7.5 tonne licence once established within the business and having demonstrated commitment and reliability.
• Increased salary upon progressing into a 7.5 tonne driving role.