Van Drivers
Reference Number: 1985(cas)
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Location: Castleford -
Salary/Rate: 8.72 - 10.13 / Hour -
Contract Type: Ongoing -
Hours Type: Full Time -
Shift Type: Friday to Monday -
Browse: Driving Jobs
Job Description
Are you passionate about driving? Are you looking for a new role? Would you like to further your skills?
Our client, a well-established firm with national coverage are offering an exciting opportunity for Van Drivers in Castleford, West Yorkshire.
You will be joining an ever-evolving business with fantastic visions of growth. This company is a forward-thinking organisation and are offering ongoing positions to join an existing team of dedicated drivers to provide a first-class service within their distribution/logistics operations.
You will be enthusiastic, energetic, motivated and physically fit with excellent time keeping skills who enjoys working as part of a team. You will be a key staff member within this business function.
Diverse Employment are working on behalf of the advertised position so should you wish to apply, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Job Summary
Hours of Work
- Friday 0730 to 1830 || Saturday 0600 to 1700 || Sunday 0600 to 1700 || Monday 0730 to 1830 (All 11 hour days)
- Guaranteed shifts as above – 11 hour shifts
Responsibilities
The following are a list of responsibilities for the Van Drivers jobs in Castleford :
- Working in a team of 2 as a support team
- Recover deliveries which range from capped loads
- Handle and access and timeslot issues
- Provide full support for any crews that have had a vehicle issue (breakdown)
- Covering both Castleford and Scunthorpe areas - a lot of driving involved
- Represent the company in a professional manner
Education
- Full UK Driving Licence
Experience
- Proven record of previous driving and delivery experience
- Experience of handballing / manual handling
- No more than 6 points on licence (insurance purposes)
Desired Skills / Qualities
- Have effective communication skills, able to communicate with people at all levels
- Proactive approach
- Helpful and courteous manner with a responsible attitude
- You must be a team player
- Excellent attention to detail
- Able to work to deadlines and under pressure
- Confident, professional manner
- Flexible and adaptable approach to an ever-evolving business
Job Benefits / Perks
- Statutory holidays
- Ongoing Work
- Pension Scheme
- Forward-thinking company
- Permanent positions available within the company