Job Description

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced LGV / Cat C / Class 2 Multi Drop Delivery Driver to join our team based in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

We are

Family owned and the UK's largest stockist of Non-Ferrous Metals with over 60 years' experience of supplying high quality products to engineering companies both globally and all over the UK.

The Role

As Multi Drop Delivery Driver you will report to the Warehouse Manager/Transport Supervisor and be responsible for the transport and movement of materials to fulfil customer/branch orders to schedule within health and safety guidelines. Your duties will include:

The safe and efficient receipt, movement and storage of goods via company vehicle and manifest - some hand-balling required and maintenance of POD paperwork To maintain the vehicle in a roadworthy condition and adhere to all DVSA regulations To plan the most effective and efficient routes to suit delivery schedule and to minimise diesel usage where possible To work efficiently and safely in the operation of machinery to lift and load material onto wagon to driver's manifest provided To assist in the management, storage and audit of stock in the warehouse through good housekeeping and maintenance of quality control procedures when not driving To collect customer payments when required and to pass on to admin or management upon return To work as part of a team with warehouse operatives to load and unload materials in timely fashion To show courtesy and be helpful to customers/suppliers when collecting, delivering or returning materials to warehouse Maintain a safe workplace/vehicle without risk to health by proper and timely assessment of risks to health and safety, and to implement measures and arrangements identified as necessary from the management Attend meetings and contribute to company strategy as required

The Person

As a Multi Drop Delivery Driver, you will need to have:

Class 2 driving licence with no more than 6 points DCPC Digital Tacho card Ability to work to deadlines on own and show initiative to solve problems when delivering materials Great Communication skills to liaise with all types of customers Driving skills coupled with the relevant skills and experience to enable safe movement and carriage of goods. A forklift licence and training would be beneficial An ability to understand and learn different machinery to enable lifting and storage of materials when not driving in support of warehouse team Excellent attention to detail enabling management of load and checking of manifest on a daily basis Basic health and safety knowledge

Hours & Rewards

As a Multi Drop Delivery Driver you will work Mon -Thu 08:00-17:30*, (16.00 Friday) however you are expected to share 2/3 weekly overnight runs to Manchester/Walsall (sleeping in the cab) between 4 additional drivers and you will receive:

Circa 42-46,000 per annum depending on hours worked Contributory pension scheme 4%/4% Driver Quality Bonus Scheme 100, 15 /hr rate plus overtime 26 overnight money, and 65 Sunday, 75 Bank Holiday
20 days Holiday plus 8 Statutory Holidays
Free local parking and overnight personal vehicle storage
*subject to rota and overnight runs between 4 drivers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 42,000.00-46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

10 hour shift Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Class C Licence (required) DCPC (required)
Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: hdnhgv
Expected start date: 28/07/2025