Multi-Drop Driver at Washington, Tyne and wear

3.5 Tonne Multi-Drop Delivery Driver (Temporary - PAYE)

Location: Washington and Newcastle areas

Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: Full-time, approx. 40 hours per week

(Monday - Sunday , typical shift window 08:30 - 17:30, 5 or 6 with 1 weekend shift preferred)

Contract Type: Temporary

About the Role

We are recruiting reliable 3.5 Tonne Delivery Drivers on a temporary PAYE basis to support DPD operations in the Newcastle area. You will be the face of the business, operating a company-provided 3.5t van to complete multi-drop parcel deliveries and collections using handheld routing technology.

Key Duties

• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and load parcels onto your van efficiently.
• Deliver and collect parcels across a dedicated Newcastle route within timed one-hour customer windows.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service on every doorstep.
• Safely handle parcels weighing up to 30kg and maintain vehicle security at all times.
• Return to the depot at the end of your shift to unload collections and complete your debrief.

What We Are Looking For

• Licence: Full UK Category B driving licence held for at least 12 months (max 6 penalty points; no DR, DD, or IN endorsements).
• Vetting: Able to pass a Basic DBS check and a 2-year employment/activity background check, with full UK Right to Work.
• Experience & Fitness: Previous multi-drop van driving experience is preferred, alongside the physical fitness to lift parcels up to 30kg in a fast-paced environment.

What's Included

• £13.00 per hour paid weekly via PAYE (plus accrued holiday pay).
• Training Programme: All new starters receive training in their first week, consisting of classroom-based learning and 2-3 days buddying up on the road with an experienced driver.
• Fully maintained 3.5t company van, fuel, and insurance provided for your shifts.

Please note: All successful applicants must complete mandatory security vetting (DBS and 2-year referencing) within 4 weeks of starting.

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