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  • Delivery Driver 

    Job Types: Full-time, Freelance

    Pay: £3,900.00-£4,680.00 per month

    A Typical Day

    • Collect pre-sorted parcels (already picked, packed, and organised into delivery order)
    • Load up your van and hit the road
    • Deliver parcels around your set route with guidance from our app
    • Stay supported with a friendly on-road management team just a call away

    What We’re Looking For

    We want hardworking, reliable, and self-motivated individuals who take pride in their work. Please note, this job is physically demanding and may not be suitable for everyone.

    Requirements:

    • Full UK driving licence held for at least 2 years
    • Age 23+
    • Maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence
    • Able to clear a basic DBS check
    • Delivery experience welcome but not essential – full training provided

    Apply Now & Start Earning in Time for Christmas!

    Take the wheel of your career today and enjoy great pay, flexibility, and the freedom of the open road.

    Benefits:

    • Company car
    • On-site parking

  • HGV Driver 

    Salary: £37,149 per annum

    We couldn’t operate without you, so we’ll pay for you to maintain the following:

    • Driver Certificates of Professional Competence (CPC)
    • Driver Medicals
    • Driver Cards

    Other companies might expect you to do the training in your own time, but we don’t. We’ll make sure you have that time in your working hours.

    We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we’re doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we’re opening new stores at lightning speed. And without our talented Drivers, there’d be no products in those stores.

    Benefits

    • Paid breaks
    • Annual holiday entitlement
    • Long service awards
    • Workplace pension contribution
    • Sabbatical policy
    • Parental leave pay
    • Employee assistance programme
    • Bike to work scheme
    • Discounted health benefits
    • Financial wellbeing: Affordable loans, debt consolidation, savings and health checks
    • An extensive range of discounts and savings.

  • Parts Driver – Toyota

    Salary: £28,784.10 per annum

    Our passion to provide the highest quality of customer service is key in everything we do and we now have an opportunity for a customer focused Part Driver to join our team at Vantage Toyota Preston.

    About the Role

    This is a great opportunity for an individual who is an experienced driver. Your main responsibility will be to support the Parts team with the collection and delivery of Toyota Preston parts to and from other dealerships and local non-franchise businesses.

    This is a full time role and typically you will be expected to work 42.5 hours per week over Monday to Friday.

    Our ideal Parts Driver

    To be successful in this role you will:

    • Hold a full clean UK Driving License
    • Get a genuine enjoyment out of driving
    • Be of smart appearance, confident, professional and an enthusiastic individual with a passion for delivering great customer service and a desire to exceed customer expectations

    What we offer our Parts Driver

    We offer a competitive salary package subject to experience consisting of a basic salary and bonus to reward your performance, this can be increased as you progress your career.

    We offer fantastic opportunities to develop with the brand but also within the Vantage group by giving supported training and an environment where we encourage personal growth.

    We offer 30 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, Pro rata) which increases with service along with various other benefits, including a staff car scheme and contributory workplace pension scheme.

  • Parts Driver

    Pay: £29k

    About the Role

    This is a great opportunity for an individual who is an experienced driver. Your main responsibility will be to support the Parts team with the collection and delivery of Toyota Leeds parts to and from other dealerships and local non-franchise businesses.

    This is a full time role and typically you will be expected to work 42.5 hours per week over Monday to Friday.

    Our ideal Parts Driver

    To be successful in this role you will:

    • Hold a full clean UK Driving License
    • Get a genuine enjoyment out of driving
    • Be of smart appearance, confident, professional and an enthusiastic individual with a passion for delivering great customer service and a desire to exceed customer expectations

    What we offer our Parts Driver

    We offer a competitive salary package subject to experience consisting of a basic salary and bonus to reward your performance, this can be increased as you progress your career.

    We offer fantastic opportunities to develop with the brand but also within the Vantage group by giving supported training and an environment where we encourage personal growth.

    We offer 30 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, Pro rata) which increases with service along with various other benefits, including a staff car scheme and contributory workplace pension scheme.

  • HGV Driver

    Pay: £37,149 per annum

    We couldn’t operate without you, so we’ll pay for you to maintain the following:

    • Driver Certificates of Professional Competence (CPC)
    • Driver Medicals
    • Driver Cards

    Other companies might expect you to do the training in your own time, but we don’t. We’ll make sure you have that time in your working hours.

    We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we’re doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we’re opening new stores at lightning speed. And without our talented Drivers, there’d be no products in those stores.

    Benefits

    • Paid breaks
    • Annual holiday entitlement
    • Long service awards
    • Workplace pension contribution
    • Sabbatical policy
    • Parental leave pay
    • Employee assistance programme
    • Bike to work scheme
    • Discounted health benefits
    • Financial wellbeing: Affordable loans, debt consolidation, savings and health checks
    • An extensive range of discounts and savings.

  • Trainee Train Driver

    Job Type: Full Time

    SALARY: £26,901 per annum during training (approx. 12 months) rising to £51,341 in Year 1, £56,349 in Year 2 and £64,772 in Year 3.

    WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

    • Train Operation: Responsible for the professional operation of trains, ensuring the train adheres to schedule whilst maintaining safe operations.
    • Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including signalling systems, speed limits, and track conditions, to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and the public.
    • Emergency Response: In the event of an emergency or unexpected situation, respond quickly and appropriately, following established procedures and protocols.
    • Continuous Training & Assessments: Undergo regular training and competency assessments to stay updated on safety procedures, regulations, and any changes in operating practices. You will be expected to maintain your own appropriate professional knowledge and keep informed of industry developments.
    • Train Inspections: Conduct safety inspections of trains prior to driving and reporting any defects to maintenance staff. Securing the train on completion of your journey and promptly reporting any faults which have arisen during service.
    • Record-keeping: Ensure accurate documentation of activities, including departure and arrival times, any incidents or delays, and other relevant information.
    • Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with control centres, signal operators, and other relevant personnel to ensure smooth train operations.
    • Adaptability: Adapt to changes in routes, weather conditions, or unexpected circumstances while maintaining operational efficiency.
    • Preparation for Duty: Due to the demanding nature of the role of a train driver, you will be expected to manage your lifestyle appropriately, ensuring adequate rest before shifts. This will at times impact your personal life and require you to make social sacrifices. We also enforce a zero-tolerance policy regarding recreational drugs and alcohol.


    You will also posses the following skill set:

    • Ability to work calmly under pressure and remain focused and vigilant in a high-pressured environment.
    • Maintain high standards of work at all times.
    • Exceptional concentration skills within a low stimulus environment, whilst carrying out repetitive or monotonous tasks.
    • Ability to learn and retain large amounts of information and be subject to ongoing competency assessments.
    • Self-disciplined and able to work within rules and regulations.
    • Excellent time management skills, ensuring your train departs as scheduled.
    • Resilient and adaptable with quick reaction skills.
    • Ability to shift priorities to meet other requirements without creating more significant difficulties.
    • Diligent with the moral courage to challenge unsafe or unprofessional practices.
    • Good communication skills with the ability to build rapport with colleagues and customers.

  • Home Delivery Driver

    Rate: £15.35 per hour

    Eligibility:

    • You must be over 18 and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on it
    • You will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview and, if you’re successful, there’ll be a driving assessment when you join us
    • You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK

    What you’ll be doing:

    • Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to our customers doorsteps, on-time and in a great condition
    • Completing checks to ensure the van is organised, clean and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before getting out onto the road to drive safely in a variety of locations and conditions
    • Serve our customers brilliantly, supporting with any questions and substitutions, and keeping them aware of any delays
    • Build great knowledge about our products, services and promotions to help provide recommendations
    • When not out making deliveries, you will be helping across the store as needed

    What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:

    • Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and to provide the best doorstep experience
    • Proficient driving a large vehicle in different locations, from busy residential streets to narrow country lanes, and delivering to a variety of residential properties
    • Happy working in a fast-paced, physical and high energy environment, using initiative to solve problems – often on your own but also thrive in being part of a team
    • Always ready to work flexibly and productively to a high standard across the store when needed – you’ll be fully trained in a variety of skills, so you have opportunities to learn, develop and try new things
    • Comfortable in learning to use new digital tools and technology to do your job brilliantly, and moving shopping containers up to 15KG

    Working for us has great rewards:

    We truly value our colleagues and provide market-leading benefits and training to reflect that:

    • Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
    • Free food and hot drinks – provided for Colleagues in all our stores
    • Generous holiday entitlement – based on the hours you work, plus maternity and paternity leave
    • Pension – we’ll match between 4-7.5% of your pension contributions
    • Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy Sainsbury’s shares at discounted prices
    • Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
    • Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme which is a confidential service providing support and guidance on a wide range of issues

  • Home Delivery Drivers Mate

    Pay Rate: £34,983

     TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

    • Coordinating the picking and loading white goods / furniture onto your assigned vehicle prior to delivery
    • Accompanying and assisting driver with unloading deliveries at licensed premises or homes
    • Staying in touch with the transport team to advise of any problems
    • Completing relevant processes on an electronic handheld device

    ✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

    • Are physically fit as the role involves lots of manual handling
    • Have previous experience of working with volume orders
    • Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own workload
    • Previous experience as a Driver’s Mate, within a similar environment would be ideal but isn’t a deal breaker!

    ✅WHY JOIN US?

    • Free parking
    • We’re happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
    • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
    • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
    • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
    • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

  • Drivers Mate

    Pay Rate: £29,882.01

    We’re now looking for a Driver’s Mate to play a key role assisting our drivers to deliver goods safely and on time.

    ✅A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

    Coordinating the picking and loading of alcohol onto your assigned vehicle prior to delivery
    Accompanying and assisting driver with unloading deliveries at licensed premises
    Staying in touch with the transport team to advise of any problems
    Completing relevant processes on an electronic handheld device

    ✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

    Are physically fit as the role involves lots of manual handling
    Have previous experience of working with volume orders
    Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own workload
    Can perform simple math’s calculations
    Previous experience as a Driver’s Mate, within a similar environment would be ideal but isn’t a deal breaker!
    Must have full valid driving licence Cat B (Car Licence)
    No more than 6 points

    ✅WHY JOIN US?

    Free parking and Vending machines on site
    25 days annual leave
    Generous pension with up to 8% employer contribution
    Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
    Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
    Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
    Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

    ✅WHO WE ARE

    We’re the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

    ✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

    At DHL, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

  • Same Day Van Driver

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year

    We have 2 x vacancies (4, 5 or 6 days) for Experienced Long Distance Sprinter Van drivers for nationwide deliveries.

    Regular contract work for professional drivers capable of high personal standards and presentation and must have relevant nationwide vocational driving experience.

    Self Employed positions (plus holiday pay).

    Based at Bridlington or Hull

    (Please Note: Interviews will be held at our Bridlington depot)

    Flexible Shifts: 4 days/5 days/6 days

    Applicants must live within East Yorkshire area for operational purposes and be suitably experienced and competent in driving/handling LWB/LARGE VANS safely and have a good working knowledge of the UK road and motorway networks and competent in securing, handling and delivering customer goods to sites and homes across the UK.

    • Handling/lifting/manual dexterity is required in this role
    • NIGHTS OUT are a requirement of these roles and all vans are fitted with sleeper bunks/heating
    • Must be personable and polite for these customer facing positions
    • Interviews will be held at our Bridlington Depot.

    Include a full CV to apply for these positions.

    Please do not ring our landline as our operations team can’t answer any queries on your application. Our HR team are based at a different site. Thank you.

    Benefits:

    • Flexitime

    Experience:

    WORK related Large Van Driving: 1 year (required)
    Manual handling: 1 year (required)