Details:
- Salary: £32,788 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Barking Greater London
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Are you an experienced multi-drop driver with a CPC licence, ready to step into a lead role? This is a permanent opportunity for a Lead Driver, combining hands-on deliveries with team support and operational responsibility.
The Role:
You’ll take ownership on the road, ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently while supporting the wider driver team. This is a key position where you’ll lead by example and step into senior responsibilities as required.
Key Duties:
* Completing multi-drop deliveries to a high standard
* Acting as a lead figure for drivers on shift
* Providing excellent customer service
* Manual handling (items averaging around 15kg)
* Ensuring all paperwork and compliance checks are completed accurately
* Supporting driver performance and addressing on-the-road issues
* Liaising with management to maintain smooth daily operations
What We’re Looking For:
* Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points)
* 7.5T or Class 2 licence
* Valid CPC qualification
* Strong multi-drop delivery experience
* Confident supporting and guiding other drivers
* Excellent timekeeping and communication skills
* Ability to make decisions and resolve issues quickly
* Good understanding of health & safety in delivery environments
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling