Delivery Driver (Self-Employed) Aylesford

Driver Express, New Hythe, Kent

Delivery Driver (Self-Employed) Aylesford

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Driver Express, New Hythe, Kent

  • Full time
  • Permanent

Posted today, 31 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 24838_delivery-driver-self-employed-aylesford

Full Job Description

Delivery Driver – Self-employed

Location: Maidstone

Rate of pay: up to £128.25 per day

We’re seeking reliable, hard-working and motivated people who can succeed in a fast-paced environment. Apply now to become a self-employed Delivery Driver with Driver Express delivering packages and great customer experiences, for companies such as Amazon and other well-known brands.

Some opportunities will provide a fully-equipped van and some will require you to have access to a Short wheelbase van with the appropriate Insurance: Goods in Transit, Public Liability and Goods for Hire or Reward.

Successful drivers always put safety first and care deeply about the customer!

Role Description:

  • This is a self-employed Delivery Driver role offering regular work.

  • Delivery drivers spend their days out on the road – so a passion for driving would be great. 

  • Deliver a set number of parcels (all different shapes and sizes) to customers.

  • You will be a highly motivated individual, able to thrive in a constantly changing environment and be willing to adapt to any situation that arises. 

What we are offering:

  • Up to £128.25 per day

  • Easy and fast application process, no CV and / or delivery experience required

  • Safe working conditions

  • Motivated and diverse team members

  • 24/7 driver support hotline which helps you when out on the road

  • Packages are pre-sorted for your van loading

  • Daily interactions with your community

  • New and stylish delivery uniform 

  • Up to 5 days per week available and Saturdays on rotation 

Responsibilities:

  • Load vans and deliver packages, by driving, stepping in and out of the vehicle safely

  • Adhere to all safety regulation on the road

  • Operate an electronic device for GPS and daily records

  • Greet and interact with company’s customers and the public with a professional and positive attitude

Requirements:

  • Independent problem solver with good communication skills, both spoken and written English

  • The ability and willingness to be able to use stairs to deliver packages

  • Able to lift and deliver packages (up to 23kgs)

  • Commercial (or work-related) driving experience is a plus but not required

  • Full and valid UK or EU Driving Licence (max 6 points, NO active IN, DR or TT codes)

  • Must pass a criminal background check

  • Must pass a 5 point drug & alcohol test

  • Where vans are provided, they are held overnight at delivery station therefore you must be able to commute to and from delivery station

  • Must be at least aged 18

What's  great about the role?

  • Simply turn up, conduct your safety checks, load the van and head out on the road to start delivering.

  • You are not alone on the road. You have a huge support team behind you.