Self Employed Multi Drop Courier

Durham Parcel Delivery Ltd are a small transport business that has been operating for over eight years. We are looking for new drivers to join our expanding team as a 3.5t courier working a five day week, on a self-employed basis.

This position is a long term permanent role for the right applicants.

The role:

• Load van daily at our customer depot which is in Newton Aycliffe.
• Carry out an average of 90/100 delivery drops/collections a day, five days a week, overtime available.
• Willing to work overtime as and when necessary, covering holidays and sickness especially in our peak seasons around Christmas and bank holidays etc.
• Plan your delivery route with our assistance and available route planning apps.
• The route available is usually within the TS postcode areas.
• Immediate start after initial paid training period.
• Full training provided.
• Fully funded 3.5t Vehicle, uniform and all other essential equipment provided.

You:

• Have a can-do attitude and take a flexible approach to your work, we need people who are reliable and professional
• Must have held a category B license (car license) for a minimum of three years and have fewer than six points on your license (this is for insurance requirements)
• Be polite and courteous when carrying out deliveries and collections.
• Experience in a similar role an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.
• A basic DBS disclosure is required but costs will be reimbursed.
• A good degree of physical fitness is necessary.

If you are hardworking team player, conscientious, and take pride in doing a job well, then we would love to hear from you. This is a long-term permanent position for someone with a positive can do attitude, ready to join a small and supportive experienced team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Driving: 3 years (required)
• Delivery driver : 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence with six or fewer penalty points (required)

Work Location: On the road