Weekend Van Driver (Cat B) - Newton Abbot & South Devon - £13.68ph PAYE Advanced
Job Description
Driver Hire (Torbay) is seeking reliable Van Drivers (Category B) to operate up to 3.5T vehicles for our clients in Newton Abbot and across South Devon. This role is perfect for experienced drivers looking for consistent weekend work with flexible shift options and varied assignments.
Location
Newton Abbot & South Devon (must have own transport to reach different client sites).
Salary
£13.68 per hour (PAYE Advanced) - Paid weekly.
Key Responsibilities
* Safely deliver goods in a 3.5T van, ensuring timely and professional service.
* Please ensure daily vehicle checks are conducted and all delivery documentation is completed accurately.
* Load and unload goods (manual handling required).
* Represent Driver Hire and our clients in a professional manner at all times.
Qualifications
Essential:
* Full UK Category B (car/van) licence.
* No more than 6 penalty points (excluding DR, DD or IN convictions).
* Physically fit to handle manual loading/unloading in all weather conditions.
* Own transport to commute to client locations.
* Working mobile phone for shift communication.
Desirable:
* Previous multi-drop or commercial driving experience.
* Knowledge of South Devon roads and delivery routes.
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay.
* Flexible weekend shifts (Saturdays and/or Sundays, 04:00-09:00 starts).
* Opportunities to progress, including discounted Driver CPC training and licence upgrades (e.g. 7.5T).
* A variety of work tailored to your skills and preferences.
* Ongoing support from the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter.
Application Process
Interested? Apply today by calling 01364 644149 or clicking "Apply" online.
Please have your driving licence and right-to-work documents available for registration.
About Us
Driver Hire is the UK's leading specialist recruiter for the transport and logistics sector, with over 40 years of experience and a network of more than 100 offices nationwide. We take pride in treating every driver as a true professional and providing high-quality assignments that suit their lifestyle.
What Driver Hire can offer you
Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, providing regular, ongoing delivery driving work. We treat you as the true professional you are. In our latest survey, 95% of our candidates rated the level of respect and service they received from their local office as Excellent or Good, and 87% scored 8/10 or more when asked if they would recommend working for Driver Hire.
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We offer a wide range of job openings for drivers of various vehicle classes, including Class 1, Class 2, 7.5T HGV, LGV, and multi-drop van drivers. Additionally, we're always seeking warehouse staff, forklift drivers, and driver's mates to join our team. Our clients are located in Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and surrounding areas of South Devon. With excellent commuter links from Plymouth and Exeter, our job opportunities are accessible to a wide range of candidates. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us to learn more about our exciting job vacancies.