Van Driver opportunities available across South Devon and North Devon.
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is recruiting experienced Van Drivers to support a wide range of local businesses. We have flexible driving work available throughout the week, offering a variety of assignments with different clients and the opportunity to build regular ongoing work.
This role is ideal for drivers looking for flexibility, additional income, varied work, or the opportunity to secure a temporary-to-permanent position.
The work available varies and includes deliveries for builders’ merchants, food suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers, and other local businesses.
This is commercial delivery work across a range of sectors and is not high-volume home parcel delivery.
Why Work With Driver Hire?
Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter.
In Driver Hire Nationwide’s latest candidate survey:
• 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire
• 96% rated the respect and service they received from their local Driver Hire office as Excellent or Good
• 91% scored 8 out of 10 or higher when asked if they would recommend working for Driver Hire
• Variety of work was the number one reason candidates choose to work with Driver Hire
Based on 1,109 candidate responses received in December 2025.
Location
South Devon and North Devon
Including Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Totnes, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Barnstaple and surrounding areas.
Salary
£14.57 per hour PAYE ADV.
Other PAYE models are available.
Start Times
• Typical start times between 04:00 and 08:00
• Operations run Monday to Sunday
• Flexible shifts available
Key Responsibilities
• Complete multi-drop deliveries safely and efficiently
• Deliver goods to commercial and residential customers
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks
• Ensure all deliveries are completed accurately and on time
• Complete paperwork and delivery records where required
• Provide excellent customer service at delivery locations
• Operate a variety of vehicles, including Luton vans, long wheelbase vans, flatbed vans and refrigerated vans
Types of Deliveries
Assignments may include delivering:
• Building materials
• Timber
• Windows and door frames
• Food products
• Hygiene products
• Furniture
• General commercial goods
Qualifications
Essential
• Full UK Category B driving licence
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience
• Own transport to travel to and from client locations
• Reliable and professional approach
• Good time management skills
• Flexible attitude towards different assignments
Desirable
• Experience driving a variety of commercial vans
• Knowledge of South Devon and North Devon road networks
Working Pattern
• Flexible work based on your availability
• Mixture of planned bookings and additional shifts
• Regular opportunities for reliable drivers
• Temporary and temp-to-perm opportunities available
Benefits
• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Variety of driving assignments
• Opportunity to gain experience across multiple industries
• Ongoing support from a specialist transport recruitment team
• Potential temporary to permanent opportunities
• Work available throughout South Devon and North Devon
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV and one of our team will be in touch.
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is the recruiting agency for this position.
About Us
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics and driving roles across South Devon and North Devon. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect professional drivers with temporary, ongoing and permanent opportunities. Whether you are looking for extra shifts, flexible work or your next long-term role, we are here to help.