delivery driver Feltham, South West England, England
Job description
Freightserve recruitment are looking for an experienced Driver. The company we are recruiting for are a well established niche sector Heathrow based Courier / Freight company.
General Description:
Courier/delivery driver of temperature controlled and perishable goods; and as general cargo of varying nature and size. Providing support for document control with UK Border Agencies, Customs & Airlines
Experience:
Preferable knowledge of Heathrow Airport & surrounding area; Excellent Customer service skills, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Willingness to learn and adapt
Main Responsibilities:-
- Drive cargo vehicles up to 3.5-ton gross weight.
- The safe load and unloading of vehicles.
- Report all instances of non-conformance of service immediately
- Accurate accounting for the cargo received and delivered.
- Completion of Proof of Delivery and other transport documentation.
- Complete all other required documentation accurately and legibly.
- Control a vehicle safely while driving to multiple locations on a daily basis.
Hours: General - Monday-Friday 08:00-17:30 (1 Hour Lunch) however, flexibility is required dependent upon UK Import & Export shipments and a one day a week early start with early finish. Out of Hours: As & when required Weekends & Bank Holidays:
Requirements:-
- Competent Oral & Written language skills; ability to read and complete documentation; accurately and legibly
- Basic IT skills; Ability to use basic communications and navigations technology (e.g. mobile phone, hands-free device, sat nav device) safely and legally
- Clean Full Cat B driving licence for minimum of 2 years
- Have a reasonable level of health and fitness and ability to safely lift and handle cargos of various shapes and sizes
As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the Heathrow area. We have a fast growing reputation with most Heathrow Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company pension
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Feltham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Delivery driver experience: 1 year (required)
- Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
