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  • 3.5T Delivery & Install Driver

    Salary: 28,078.44 £
    Shift Pattern: 5 over 8 days.


    At Currys we’re united by one passion: to help everyone enjoy amazing technology. As the UK’s best-known retailer of tech, we’re proud of the service our customers receive – and it’s all down to our team of 25,000 caring and committed colleagues. So you’ll never go it alone here. You’ll work in a great team, learning and growing together, and celebrating the big and small moments that make every day amazing.


    If you’re looking for a driving role that’s more than just drop and go, we’ve got the perfect opportunity. We’ll train you to install the smart tech you deliver to our customers: washing machines, fridge-freezers, 4K TVs, and more. You’ll soon be out on the road, meeting our customers first-hand and very likely making their day.


    Role overview:

    Role details:

    As part of this role, you’ll be responsible for:

    • Ensuring the right products get to the right places at the right time.
    • Installing a range of different products for our customers.
    • Making every customer encounter memorable.
    • Lifting heavy items and completing a multi-drop driving role.


    Yes, you’ll need to love driving and being on the road, but you’ll need to love helping customers too. Our training will cover both state-of-the-art-tech and people skills as well – it’s all about equipping you to leave a smile on customers’ faces.


    You will need:


    • A full manual UK/EA licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
    • A passion for delivering great customer service.
    • The ability to handle heavy stock.


    We know our people are the secret to our success. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to reward great work. Alongside annual leave (including bank holiday entitlement) and a competitive pension scheme, you’ll find a host of benefits designed to work for you.


    They include:


    • First-class induction and on-going learning
    • Quarterly bonus
    • Product discounts on the latest tech
    • 5 over 8 Shift Pattern
    • Opportunities to upskill to a licensed 7.5 Tonne Delivery & Install Driver

  • Drivers Mate

    Pay Rate: £30,135 per annum
    Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
    Shift patterns: Mon-Fri

    DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a Drivers Mate to play a vital role in our distribution service.

    WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

    *Please note these roles involve the manual handling of beers, wines and spirits*

    As part of your normal duties, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

    • Manual handling of beer kegs, wines and spirits
    • Be available to cover start times bewteeen 04:00-06:00
    • Accompany a driver to delivery points where you will assist with unloading deliveries to licensed premises
    • Maintain regular contact with the Transport team and advise of all problems which may prevent the job being completed on time and without incident
    • Complete relevant processes on an electronic handheld device

    WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

    • High levels of manual handling are required so you need to be physically fit
    • Previous experience of the preparation, distribution and handling of volume orders
    • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload
    • Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions
    • Ability to count accurately and to perform simple maths calculations
    • Previous practical experience as a Driver’s Mate, within a logistics or similar environment would be preferable

  • Van Driver

    Job Description


    Salary:     £33,490

    Hours: 45 hours per week

    Shift Pattern: 5 shifts between Monday – Saturday

    Shift Times: Between 7am – 3.30pm

    Location: Park Royal, London

    As a Van Driver at our Premier Park Depot, you will be the face of our business, delivering fresh and frozen produce to multiple locations throughout the day. You will be supported by the Warehouse Team who will pre-pick your deliveries for you, so you can focus on delivering!

    Your route might not be the same from one day to the next, but we can guarantee you’ll meet a variety of customers along the way. You will also be responsible for regular checks on your multi-temperature van and DVSA compliance. Your journey with us will start with a full induction, and there is even potential down the line to access our HGV Development Programme, the sky’s the limit.

    As global food service leaders, we can offer you job security and career progression together with the satisfaction of achieving a driving role with plenty of perks, a generous salary, realistic bonuses and other financial rewards.

  • Home Delivery Driver 

    Salary: £14.60per hour

    Our Home Delivery Drivers are ambassadors for our business. In this role you’ll be delivering shopping to customers doors, providing exceptional levels of customer service and connecting directly with our customers as the face of Iceland.

    If you love the open road, have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, you could make a great Home Delivery Driver.

    We are looking for a real self-starter, someone who enjoys juggling a hectic workload, puts customers first and provides the best service to make a difference, despite the daily challenges you can expect on the road.

    As part of your role as a Home Delivery Driver, you will also have a part to play with the wider store operation. We will need you to lend a hand when it’s needed; so whether that’s jumping on the checkout, or packing out stock, you will need to be a team player and provide our customers with the very best service.

    In return, we offer our Home Delivery Drivers a great rate of pay, as well as many other benefits. You will be supported, and we will train you in all aspects of the operation, ensuring that you reach excellence in your role.

    To apply for our Home Delivery Driver position, you must have a current driving licence (held for at least 3 years and have no more than 6 points) and a winning way with people from all walks of life.

    Shifts can start as early as 6am and finish as late as 11pm.

    Good luck with your application.

  • Van Driver

    Salary: £33,000

    The Day to Day


    You’ll work five days a week—daytime hours—and there’s regular overtime up for grabs, paid at a premium rate. You’ll collect and deliver tyres from businesses, load them into your van and return them to the hub for offloading. There’s also some straightforward paperwork to do. The main thing is being dependable and creating a good impression of Stapletons on the road and at every drop.
    Who we’re looking for


    It should go without saying, but you’ll need a valid driving license. You’ll also need to be the kind of driver who conducts themselves calmly on the road and gets from A to B without a hitch. When you arrive at your destination, you’ll be up for a quick chat. If you can keep people smiling, there’s a long way you can go here.

    The role would suit any candidate who is looking for a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract position.
    The Perks


    You’ll get an industry-leading benefits package, including:

    • Discount at supermarkets and high street retailers
    • 31 days’ holiday (based on 5-day week)
    • Up to 50% off at Kwik Fit
    • Wagestream—access your wages before payday
    • Eyecare—free examinations and discounted/free glasses
    • Easy-book appointments with a free online GP
    • Cycle-to-work scheme
    • Free mortgage advice
    • Life assurance
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Enhanced paternity leave

  • Multi Drop Van Driver

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From £33,052.00 per year

    Job Requirements

    As a Driver, you would be responsible for

    • Delivery Accuracy
    • Deliver on target in full
    • Vehicle safety
    • Customer Satisfaction
    • Company ambassador

    · Maintaining a safe, healthy and clean working environment.

    · Other work as deemed necessary to complete daily functions

    About You:

    · Have previous multi drop driving experience

    · Continuously dedicated to self improvement

    -Embracing accountability in the fulfilment of our commitments

    – A caring family member with compassion and patience for all

    – To be transparent and always a willing individual

    -To be able to build high trust and loyalty to CareHomeLife, our people and each other

    -To help to promote a company culture that encourages top performance and high morale

    · Highly skilled at being a team player

    · Ability to represent yourself, the team and the company in a professional and positive manner

    – It would be advantageous, but not essential to have knowledge of healthcare sectors and products, however full training will be given

    · A current driving license would be essential

    In return you will work in a friendly environment where full support will be given, to progress your career with a highly successful company. You will gain experience working with a diverse range of clients from the care home sector and across a range of disciplines developing your skill sets.

    Sound like you? If so, then we look forward to hearing back from you.

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift

    Work Location: In person

  • Home Delivery Driver

    Home Delivery Driver

    Rate: £13.95 per hour

    Working in our stores:

    Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are ever the same and food is our passion. They are at the heart of the local community providing outstanding value, unbeatable quality and great service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll be the special ingredient that delivers everything our online customers shopped at Sainsbury’s for.

    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

  • PG Driver 

    Salary – basic salary £46,953.60
    A full bespoke training package will be provided.

    As a Packaged Gases Driver, you will:
    Adherence to all safety rules, processes, and procedures, as safety is a condition of employment.
    Deliver our products safely in accordance with legal requirements and our own safe working procedures.
    Pre & Post vehicle check in-line with DVSA guidelines, and Air Products standards, which may change from time-to-time.
    Loading, unloading and all other activities associated with product management in-line with ‘Dist Man PG Specific – working instructions’ available via ‘RTL Knowledgebase app’
    Successful completion of all LearnEx and regulatory training as required.
    Maintain tachograph infringement level in-line with DVSA/Traffic commissioner expectations, and Air Products standards, whereby regular feedback, monitoring and coaching will be provided to ensure full compliance.
    Role requirements:
    LGV 1 license (HGV Class 1/C+E unrestricted)
    operating the class of vehicle that will be operated at Air Products upon employment.
    Valid (in date) ADR Training Certificate 2,3, 5 and 8 minimum (refreshed every 5 years) preferred
    Valid (in date) Driver’s CPC Qualification Card (DQC) and evidence of current Periodic Training Status
    FLT qualification (desirable, not essential)
    Proven track record of working within a safety-first environment.
    Able to work under own initiative with excellent communication skills.
    We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
    At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

  • Van Driver

    Pay: £13.21 per hour

    Work with us


    Behind the wheel on the open road. Left alone to get the job done. A bit of a chat at drop-offs. Sound like your kind of gig? Then you’re in luck. We’re hiring van drivers right now at Stapletons. We’re one of the major players in the UK auto industry and there’s lots you can achieve here. We’re all about helping people to learn new skills and drive their career like they do our vans.
    The Day to Day


    You’ll work five days a week—daytime hours—and there’s regular overtime up for grabs, paid at a premium rate. You’ll collect and deliver tyres from businesses, load them into your van and return them to the hub for offloading. There’s also some straightforward paperwork to do. The main thing is being dependable and creating a good impression of Stapletons on the road and at every drop.
    Who we’re looking for


    It should go without saying, but you’ll need a valid driving license. You’ll also need to be the kind of driver who conducts themselves calmly on the road and gets from A to B without a hitch. When you arrive at your destination, you’ll be up for a quick chat. If you can keep people smiling, there’s a long way you can go here.
    The Perks


    You’ll get an industry-leading benefits package, including:

    • Discount at supermarkets and high street retailers
    • 31 days’ holiday (based on 5-day week)
    • Up to 50% off at Kwik Fit
    • Wagestream—access your wages before payday
    • Eyecare—free examinations and discounted/free glasses
    • Easy-book appointments with a free online GP
    • Cycle-to-work scheme
    • Free mortgage advice
    • Life assurance
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Enhanced paternity leave

  • Delivery Driver – Vehicle Provided

    Total Working Hours: 18hrs
    Working Pattern: Thursday 9am – 6pm Friday 9am – 6pm
    Rate of Pay: £12.32ph

    In this role, you will be handling important medication, so it is crucial that you understand the importance of delivering high-quality service and maintaining professionalism at all times. You will be interacting with vulnerable individuals within the community, and it is essential that you understand the importance of building rapport with these customers and ensuring that they receive their medication when they need it.

    In addition to delivering prescriptions, you will also be required to maintain accurate and up-to-date administrative records. This may include completing delivery logs, tracking inventory, and ensuring that all necessary documentation is properly filled out and filed.

    To be considered for this position, you will need

    • Full UK driving license

    Prior experience in customer service and delivery driving is preferred, but not required. It is also essential that you comply with company policies regarding safe transport of goods and that you maintain the security of the van at all times.

    If you are a reliable and personable individual with a commitment to providing excellent customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Rowlands Pharmacy.