Delivery Driver
4 days ago
Tonbridge
Delivery Driver (3.5 tonne flatbed) Location: Covering Southeast England to the Midlands. Salary: GBP40,000 - GBP45,000 per year Hours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 4pm. Overtime available. Job type: Full-time, temp ongoing. Bridge Recruitment s helping one of our established clients recruit for an experienced Delivery Driver to join their team. This role supports on-time delivery, protects product quality in transit, and provides a professional customer handover. Responsibilities of the Delivery Driver: · Carry out multi-drop deliveries and collections to customer sites, suppliers, and yards. · Drive a 3.5 tonne flatbed vehicle safely and legally, following all road traffic and company rules. · Plan routes efficiently, taking account of time windows, site access, and traffic conditions. · Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly. · Load and unload gates, mesh panels, posts, and fixings safely (manual handling and with lifting aids where available). · Secure loads correctly using straps, edge protectors, and other restraints to prevent damage or movement. · Protect finished goods from scratches, bending, and weather exposure using appropriate packaging and coverings. · Maintain clean, safe working practices during loading/unloading and on customer sites. · Provide a professional, helpful handover to customers and site teams. · Obtain proof of delivery (POD) and ensure delivery paperwork is accurate and complete. · Escalate delivery issues quickly (access restrictions, damaged goods, missing items, customer queries). · Keep accurate records including PODs, delivery notes, vehicle check sheets, and tachograph compliance (if applicable). · Follow Health & Safety procedures, including safe manual handling and working on customer sites. · Support general yard and warehouse tasks when not driving, as needed. Requirements of the Delivery Driver: · Full UK driving licence with entitlement to drive up to 3.5 tonnes (Category B). · Proven experience driving a 3.5 tonne flatbed or similar commercial vehicle. · Strong understanding of load securing and safe manual handling. · Reliable, punctual, and able to work to deadlines. · Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach. · Comfortable handling heavy / awkward loads (with support and equipment provided). If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Delivery Driver role, then please apply now