Van, Cat B, Transit, Driver

Due to increased demand from our existing customers, we are currently seeking Van Drivers with a Cat B Licence, specifically to deliver products to the public.

Immediate start.

This is a temp to perm position for a client located in Glasgow.

A valid Category B licence is essential; please do not apply if you do not possess this licence.

The Driver is responsible for the safe, professional and efficient delivery of goods, providing a first-class customer experience while maintaining high standards of Health & Safety, vehicle care, compliance and operational performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliveries & Customer Service

• Deliver goods safely, professionally and within agreed service windows.
• Complete customer pre-calls and deliver goods to the Room of Choice in accordance with Company procedures.
• Provide courteous, professional and respectful customer service.
• Handle customer queries and escalate issues appropriately.
• Handle all goods carefully to minimise damage.
• Follow procedures for failed deliveries, customer refusals and returns.

Vehicle & Driving

• Complete daily vehicle safety checks before starting duties.
• Report defects, accidents, incidents and damage immediately.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, security and presentation.
• Drive safely and responsibly in accordance with the Highway Code and all relevant legislation.
• Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and legally compliant.

Operational Duties

• Safely load, unload and secure goods.
• Check products and quantities against delivery paperwork before departure.
• Follow planned delivery routes unless authorised otherwise.
• Maintain communication with operational management throughout the day.
• Assist colleagues and support warehouse operations when required.
• Process returned goods correctly, including scanning, documentation and handover.
• Report shortages, damages and discrepancies promptly.

Systems & Administration

• Correctly use Company systems, including ePOD (Flexipod), Vehicle Defect App, Debrief App, Clocking-In System, Lightfoot and Samsara.
• Complete delivery documentation, paperwork and customer records accurately.
• Record delivery exceptions and operational issues promptly.
• Complete end-of-shift vehicle debriefs and required documentation.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Comply with Health & Safety legislation, Company policies and Safe Systems of Work.
• Follow manual handling procedures and wear required uniform/PPE.
• Report hazards, accidents and near misses immediately.
• Follow applicable operational standards.
• Promote safe working practices and environmentally responsible driving.
• Refuse work presenting an immediate serious safety risk in accordance with Company procedures.

PERFORMANCE & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

• Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and achieve delivery/productivity targets.
• Complete mandatory training and participate in coaching and performance reviews.
• Respond positively to feedback and support continuous improvement.
• Protect Company property, customer goods and confidential information.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders.
• Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Customer Service Safe & Professional Driving Communication Organisation Attention to Detail Time Management Manual Handling Health & Safety Problem Solving Teamwork Reliability Professionalism

Working for Driver Hire Paisley you will be accrue holiday pay pension benefits all PAYE and National Insurance is paid directly to HMRC.

Application by email only.

What Driver Hire can offer you

Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company and Driver Hire Paisley can provide regular, ongoing work in Paisley, Glasgow and surrounding areas.

We treat you as the true professional that you are and in our latest survey, 95% of our candidates said they were proud to work for us.

• 98% customers rated our customer service as Excellent or Good (highest ever score)
• 79% chose Excellent (also the highest ever score for ‘excellent’ rating)
• 85% customers rate the value for money received from Driver Hire as Excellent or Good
• Main thing customers would miss if they weren’t using Driver Hire – ‘reliable service’
• 95% of candidates are proud to work for Driver Hire
• 94% of candidates rated the level of respect & service received from their local office as Excellent or Good
• 88% of candidates scored 8/10 or more when asked if they’d recommend working for Driver Hire (65% scored
• 10/10)
• Top reason candidates choose to work with us – ‘variety of work’ (with ‘independence’ and ‘friendly/welcoming place to work’ joint second reasons)

Apply today email your cv to paisley@driverhire.co.uk

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Pay: £12.71-£16.90 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Licence/Certification:

• CAT B licence (required)