. The Lead Driver will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth morning load-out, providing on-road assistance, and acting as the go-to person for drivers throughout their shifts. Potential to earn up to
918 - 1008
per week working between 1 to 6 days a week
. Experienced driving both manual and automatic vans, the
successful candidate
will be expected to work weekends and be responsible for ensuring that goods are transported in a safe and timely manner to various locations whilst following set
delivery processes.
What we offer:
New Sprinter Vans
No excessive van rental or insurance costs
153 - 168 PER DAY + BONUSES
0 fuel costs to you as a driver
Routes available 7 days a week - flexible working days, that work around you
Uniform provided - Jackets, Trousers, Shorts, Long & Short Sleeve polos, Hats and HiViz
Pre-planned daily local routes - Just load and go
Weekly payments
Fully Paid training provided
An excellent opportunity to be part of our friendly and professional team in Basildon
Daily and weekly Incentives for the top performing drivers
This position is for independent / self-employed contractors only -
this is not an employment offer*
Responsibilities
Assist with morning loadout, ensuring vans and drivers are ready for timely departures.
Provide daily on-road support to drivers, assisting with route challenges, breakdowns, or delivery issues.
Act as the first point of contact for drivers and management during shifts when needed.
Support the fleet operation by carrying out basic vehicle checks, reporting defects.
Assist in the training and mentoring of new drivers, leading
Support management with operational reporting as required.
What is required to be part of our team?
Ability to pass a basic criminal background check
Ability to work 9-hour shifts and flexible to work any day throughout the week (this would include at least 1 day on the weekend) and maintain flexibility with scheduling
Full UK or EU Driving License for a minimum of 1 year
Proven multi-drop delivery driving experience, ideally within high-volume environments.
Previous fleet management or lead driver experience preferred.
Comfortable driving both Manual and Automatic vans
No more than 3 points
Valid Right to Work in the UK
Physically capable of handling delivery demands up to 23 kg
Clean criminal record and no driving disqualification within the past 36 months
Over the age of 21
Before you apply, please make sure that you do not have any of the following endorsement codes on your driving license:
1. You do not have any of the following endorsement codes on your UK driving license? (UT, DR, DG, DD, BA, IN, AC, CD, LC30-50, MS50-90, MR, or TT)
2. You do not have current criminal convictions that are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974?
3. You have not been disqualified from driving in the past 36 months?
4. You do not have more than 6 points on your driver's license?