Van Driver

Description:

Van Driver/Fitter (Temporary Ongoing Opportunity)

Locations: Newham & Waltham Forest sites
Pay Rate: £13.54 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment

Adecco are recruiting on behalf of a council-owned organisation providing vital community support services across Newham and Waltham Forest. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team delivering essential medical equipment and mobility aids directly to residents' homes.

About the Role

As part of the team, you will initially work as a Driver's Mate while your Enhanced DBS clearance is being processed. During this period, you will support drivers with deliveries, installations, vehicle loading and unloading, and warehouse duties, giving you valuable insight into the role and full training on company procedures.

Once your Enhanced DBS has been successfully completed, you will move into the Van Driver position, taking responsibility for deliveries and collections across Newham, Waltham Forest and surrounding East London areas.

The service provides community equipment, sensory support, wheelchairs, and specialist seating solutions to local residents. Some deliveries may include basic installation work, for which full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver and collect medical equipment using a 3.5-tonne van
Assist with the installation and demonstration of equipment in customers' homes
Provide a professional and compassionate service to vulnerable residents
Load and unload vehicles safely
Complete daily vehicle checks and follow health and safety procedures
Support warehouse operations when deliveries are completed
Work independently and as part of a supportive team

Essential Requirements

Full clean UK driving licence
Minimum 2 years' UK commercial driving experience
Enhanced DBS will be required and processed
Minimum 5 years' checkable employment history
Customer-facing experience
Proof of right to work in the UK

Skills & Attributes

Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Friendly, approachable, and empathetic manner
Able to use initiative and work independently
Practical skills and confidence using basic power tools for simple installations
Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented

Why Work with Adecco?

20 days annual leave plus 9 bank holidays (accrued)
Perks at Work scheme - access to discounts and rewards
24/7 confidential employee support programme
Eye care voucher scheme
Competitive pension scheme
Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment

Apply Today

If you're an experienced driver looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in your local community, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in the first instance.

Adecco is an equal opportunities employer and acts as a Recruitment Agency.

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Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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