Vehicle delivery driver Job at London Hire Community Services (Erith)

Vehicle delivery driver

London Hire Community Services

Location:
United Kingdom , Erith

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

13.40 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

We are looking for reliable casual vehicle delivery drivers to join the team. To provide a professional driving service delivering and collecting vehicles. You will be required to assist in the preparation and cleaning of vehicles, prior to delivery. Inspecting all the vehicles prior to delivery or collection for any damage or missing items. You will be required to check in at the Head Office in Erith to deliver or collect vehicles nationwide.

Job Responsibility:

Assist in the preparation and cleaning of vehicles prior to delivery
Carry out vehicle inspections prior to delivery for damage and/or missing items, record all findings on to the Vehicle Inspection Sheet
Deliver vehicles to customers, garages and other locations in a timely manner as required by the business
Carry out vehicle collections, ensuring that recorded inspection is made for damage or missing items and that a customer signature is obtained to confirm collection
Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and returned to the Rental Office
Enter vehicle movement information into the Rental diary
Ensure that you comply with the regulations governing driver hours and the use of tachographs at all times when using a vehicle fitted with a Tachograph
Where required refuel vehicles before delivery to customers, ensuring that the fuel is suitable for the vehicle
Report all defects found on a vehicle prior to delivery and on collection by completing the vehicle defect report form and verbally informing your immediate Line Manager
Report any incident, occurrence, faulty equipment, etc that may be dangerous or contravene the health and safety regulations and rules, to the Health and Safety Officer
Ensure that, where a vehicle is in your control outside of working hour’s i.e., weekends or evenings, a vehicle check is carried out to ensure roadworthiness, fluid levels are checked, and the vehicle is kept in a clean and tidy manner and details of use are recorded in the yard diary
Whilst using a company vehicle during and outside working hours, at any time, comply with road traffic regulations and drive in a safe courteous manner, ensuring no one is put at risk and report all traffic accidents to your immediate Manager
Ensure all equipment issued and maintained in accordance with the instructions and health and safety rules and regulations
Assist other members of staff in the preparation of vehicle for hire, i.e., cleaning
Comply with all instructions or site regulations in regard to health and safety on company premises and on any site/premises where delivery and collections are carried out

Requirements:

Minimum of one year’s driving experience
Must hold a valid category D1 driving licence
Become a real team player by maintaining good working relationships with all members of staff and our clients
Ensure that any company uniform provided is worn at all times, including high visibility jackets/ vests and ID badges
Ensure that duties start punctually by reporting for duty at the specified times and ensure all services run to agreed times
Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager

What we offer:

Bereavement leave
Company events
Free on-site parking
Access to our Employee Assurance Programme
On-site parking
Referral programme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 08, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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