Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 34,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Redhill
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Job Title: Driver / Production Assistant
Location: Redhill, Surrey
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent (will consider part time 3 or 4 days a week)
About the RoleMy client is an established sheet metal fabrication company based in Redhill looking for an experienced, reliable, and confident Driver / Production Assistant to join their team for a long-term, steady position.
This role is primarily focused on driving and deliveries, but offers variety through hands-on involvement in the workshop during quieter driving periods.
Key Responsibilities
Driving & Logistics:
Transporting materials, parts, and finished products to/from suppliers, plating/powder coating specialists, and clients.
Mostly driving within London and the surrounding home counties (normally less that 8 drops), with occasional long-distance trips (e.g., Cambridge or Manchester).
Ensuring safe loading, securing, and unloading of goods.
Production & Workshop Support (when not driving):
Assisting fabricators with machine loading and material handling.
Deburring metal edges, separating cut metal plates, and moving stock.
Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized factory environment and being a team player.
Requirements & Qualifications
License & Insurance:
Full UK Driving License with no more than 3 points.
Must be aged 25 or over (required for commercial vehicle insurance purposes).
Experience & Skills:
Proven experience as a confident, professional van/commercial driver.
FORS scheme training/certification is highly advantageous.
Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or sheet metal environment is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
Positive, "can-do" attitude and strong team player.
Reliable, punctual, and seeking long-term stability