Job Description

General Courier Driver

Do you want to work for a company who values its employees and has a family feel? Do you like the idea of a company who is continuing to grow? How about a company committed to being carbon neutral? Do you want to work for a progressive company, always looking for new ways of doing things?

If this sounds appealing, then Topspeed Couriers may be the company for you. Established in 1985, Topspeed is a dynamic, fast growing, and successful company which currently employs over 150 full-time drivers and over 30 office-based personnel at the Head Office based in Winsford. The company operates bespoke, secure, overnight & same day courier services in highly regulated sectors.

The company has a comprehensive UK-Wide client base and manages sizeable government contracts across England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland.

We are currently looking for Courier Drivers to support our growing team based in Northern Ireland. As a valuable member of our company, you will generally be responsible for ensuring the smooth and secure transition of goods from our delivery vehicles to our established customer base, always ensuring the safe handling of all products. At Topspeed we pride ourselves on consistently providing excellent customer service and always ensuring a high-quality service. Potential Start Date 3rd November 2025.

Overview of Main Duties:

Ensuring that all goods loaded or unloaded match the relevant paperwork or scanned barcode using a handheld device (Mobile Phone) at both collection and delivery points.

Collections from three sites across Northern Ireland to be delivered to Randox Laboratories.

Ensure all administrative tasks are completed to include daily and weekly vehicle checks and the scanning of barcodes for each collection and delivery.

Ensure effective communication with the team by providing delivery updates.

Vehicle/ Company Property

Topspeed with provide you with one of our state-of-the-art Electric Mercedes Vans (full training on electric vehicles is provided). Vehicles provided are for Topspeed Business use only.

All vehicles are well equipped with the latest satellite tracking navigation equipment to ensure your safety.

It will be a requirement that the vehicle can be parked at your home address whilst not working

Topspeed provides company phones which are equipped with apps to advise on charging port locations.

Full Topspeed Uniform is provided.

Salary

12.41ph (Topspeed operates a pay Grade system Grade 1 - Grade 3)

Discretionary performance bonus

Pay is calculated from the start of your driving period until you return home this includes paid rest breaks.

Weekend over time rate, currently paid at double time.

Induction and Training

Full induction will take place at our head office in Winsford Cheshire, the successful candidate will need to stay for 5 days to receive full training. Accommodation will be booked and costs covered by the company.

Public transport will need to be used to attend your induction; you will be taking a vehicle back home with you.

Cost of public transport expenses where required and subject to location will be reimbursed upon completion of induction.

All new drivers will receive 5 days training with a driver in our local area.

In order to be successful in this role, we are looking for the below:

Clean Driving Licence or less than 6 penalty points

No disqualification in the last 5 years.

Good driving record without being the cause of a serious traffic accident in the last 5 years.

Good Knowledge of the national road system.

Smart, presentable and courteous.

Pass and maintain a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance check.

Supply two references - one previous employment ideally within last 3 years and one character

Held driving licence for a minimum of 2 years.

Delivery/ Courier experience minimum of 1 year.

Ability to work as part of a team and under your own autonomy.

Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business.

Desirable Job Requirements

Experience driving cars or vans around the UK or NI

Experience driving an electric vehicle.

Hours of work:

Variable Hour contract between 30-50 hours per week.

Hours of work vary according to the workload.

Afternoon start times

Full time contract Monday - Friday

Occasional short notice same day work shifts.

Additional Information:

Holidays 28 days inclusive of the public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Ready to hit the road with us? Join Topspeed Couriers Ltd today and be part of a team that values speed, reliability, and exceptional service. Apply now!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.41 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 50 per week

Work Location: On the road