Join our team as a Van Driver!
We're searching for enthusiastic Van Drivers to join our team and deliver exceptional service to our clients across Dorset. This diverse role is offered on day shifts, Monday-Friday, with opportunities for overtime and double-time pay.
Working for Backline is not just a job, it can be a career! We listen and find you work that suits you.
All our staff are treated as valued members of the Backline family. We consider our drivers to be some of the best professionals in the U.K. and we treat them with the respect they deserve. That’s why when you join our team, you get great employee benefits, incredible training, and some of the best career development opportunities in the market.
Your responsibilities as a Van Driver:
* Performing preload checks, including checking for damaged or missing items.
* Loading and unloading goods from the van in a safe and efficient manner.
* Handling materials with care to prevent damage during transit (some heavy lifting can be involved).
* Delivering and collecting goods from customer addresses.
* Maintaining excellent customer service with a positive attitude.
* Ensuring your vehicle is clean and the paperwork is completed.
* Demonstrating strong knowledge of the Dorset area and road network.
What we’re looking for:
* Valid Category B Driving Licence
* Clean driving record (no more than 6 points, no DD/DR in the last 5 years)
* Minimum 2 years' van driving experience
* Authorised to work in the UK
* Flexible attitude
* Own transportation (public transport may not be reliable)
* Previous experience in multi-drop, driving long wheel-based vans, using tail-lifts and/or securing loads using ratchet straps is highly advantageous.
What we offer:
* Flexible schedule: Shifts are starting between 07:00 – 08:00 AM.
* Competitive salary: From £13 per hour PAYE with overtime paid at enhanced rates.
* Benefits package: Pension, holiday pay, weekly pay, contract and temp-to-perm opportunities, Platinum Drivers Scheme.
* Development & growth: Free CPC training, upskilling opportunities (Class 1, Class 2, HIAB, ADR, Forklift, Moffett), and career advancement.
* Company perks: Overtime, double-time shifts, uniform and PPE provided, 24/7 support.
Backline cannot be compared to traditional recruitment businesses. We look to build long term relationships with drivers by offering unique benefits, enhancing skills, maximising pay and making full-time, permanent employment a reality.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights in a supportive and dynamic environment, don't miss this opportunity, APPLY NOW!
We are always on the look for Van drivers, so should this role not be suitable for you please do get in touch on 01202 402 550 to see what other opportunities we have.
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Pay: £13.00 per hour
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Flexitime
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
* Overtime
Application question(s):
* Do you have any unspent criminal or driving convictions?
Experience:
* Van driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: BLKV
