3.5 Tonne Driver

3.5 Tonne Driver

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a 3.5 Tonne Driver to join our well-established client based in Kelso, Scottish Borders.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

This role will be ongoing for the right candidate.

You must undergo a DS/DBS check for this role.

Shifts:

Monday - Friday: start times between 04:30 - 07:00

Rates of Pay:

£12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Your benefits as a 3.5 Tonne Driver are:

Ongoing work

Weekly pay

Training provided

Immediate starts

Employee Well-being Program

Guaranteed minimum pay of 50 hours per week, even if routes are completed in less time

Opportunity for progression: should applicants have 7.5 tonne experience, there is opportunity to become a team leader

Day to Day Duties:

Your duties as a 3.5 Tonne Driver will involve but not be limited to:

Multi-drop deliveries during the working day, between 20-25 drops per day

Loading & unloading boxes/packages for onward delivery

Loading the vehicle for the following day’s deliveries

Ensuring all loads are safe and secure

Conducting vehicle inspections and reporting any faults to management

Operating a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van in a safe and efficient manner

Maintaining accurate records, including delivery notes, vehicle maintenance checks, incident reports, and accident reports

Ensuring positive and effective communication with staff at delivery points

Adhering to food hygiene regulations while transporting food

Monitoring and maintaining the correct temperature regime of the refrigeration unit

Essential Skills:

As a 3.5 Tonne Driver you will need to:

Have previous multi-drop experience (preferred)

Hold a valid UK Category B Driving Licence and have held this for at least two years (some points considered)

Have thorough knowledge of vehicle operation and driving regulations

Communicate effectively both in writing and orally

Recognise and report any vehicle maintenance and safety requirements

Have a good understanding of road networks, navigational aids, and traffic regulations

Be capable of working to tight deadlines and using initiative

Be of good repute (you must undergo a DS/DBS check for this role)

Desirable Experience:

Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial

Basic food hygiene knowledge (training provided upon commencement of employment)

Training:

Internal training on food hygiene

Vehicle maintenance and safety procedures

Compliance training on legal and regulatory requirements

Contact:

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more

People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process