Temporary Casual 7.5T Driver
Portsmouth & occasional travel to Bristol
56 per hour + travel expense paid and over time.
Shift Pattern: Ad hoc - casual hours across the year
Shift Times: Must be flexible to work between 08:00
Working Hours: Casual work throughout the year
This assignment is an ad hoc assignment offering casual work across the year, with the potential to lead into a permanent position (if desired). In this position you will need to be able to travel between the locations listed above.
Manpower are looking for a Van Delivery Driver to work for our client based in Portsmouth. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company, working in brand-new facilities with top-of-the-line equipment, while making a positive environmental impact.
As a Van Delivery Driver, you will be the "face of the business," delivering fresh cooking oil to the catering industry and collecting used oil to return to the Microsite. Relationship building with customers is key, as our client aims to ensure every order is fulfilled in a timely, efficient, and friendly manner. Pre-trip inspection of the vehicle to ensure that it is in proper working order and complies with safety regulations.
Regular maintenance of the vehicle to ensure it remains in proper working order and reporting any mechanical issues to the appropriate personnel.
Driving the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, while adhering to traffic laws and complying with all safety regulations and procedures while operating the vehicle.
Safely Loading and unloading of cargo and ensuring it is secured according to safety regulations.
Delivering fresh oil to the catering / restaurant trade and collecting used cooking oil.
Making/taking payment for oil and the maintenance and accuracy of cash/pre-paid cards.
Communicating with dispatch and customers to provide updates on delivery times and any issues that arise during transport.
Accurate recording of information following Oil delivery and / or collection, eg completion of Waste Transfer Notes
Reporting of missed or failed deliveries on a daily basis to Microsite Manager.
Driving Licence, Own Vehicle & Clean Record: A valid UK driving licence with no points or endorsements.
Van Driving Experience: Proven experience driving vans in the UK, with a solid understanding of road laws and regulations (6 months minimum)
Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with the Transport Office, customers, and other drivers.
Sales Experience (Desirable): Experience in business-to-business sales and achieving sales targets as part of a driving role would be an advantage but is not essential.
A strong work ethic, reliability, and flexibility with work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays if needed.
Paid travel time + expenses
~28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)
~ Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)
~ Possible permanent opportunities for the right candidate
~ Weekly pay
Please Note: A basic DBS check will be required as part of the recruitment process.