Role: Delivery Driver - Self Employed
Hours: Saturday & Sunday, circa 0845am to 1700
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Indefinite
Location: Collections & Deliveries across Dundee
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our Delivery & Collections Team as Drivers and Driver Assistants. In these roles, you will be responsible for safely collecting and transporting goods - furniture/clothing, etc to multiple locations and shops.
We can provide the van or you can use your own (LWB/Luton Van type with a tail lift is essential if providing your own van)
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- Driving Skills: Valid UK driver’s license (2 years driving experience, maximum 6 points, with experience in driving vans or similar vehicles such as LWB/3.5T)
- UK Work Eligibility: All kust have the Right to Work in the UK
- Vetting: All applicants must hold or pass a Criminal Record Check.
- Navigation Skills: Ability to navigate effectively, using maps or GPS systems to plan routes and deliver goods efficiently.
- Customer Service: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with donors, recipients, and team members professionally and courteously.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to manage collections, deliveries, and documentation, keeping track of schedules, inventory, and donations.
- Problem Solving: Ability to quickly resolve issues such as unexpected delays or changes in delivery/pickup plans.
- Physical Fitness: Ability to load, unload, and lift boxes or items (often requiring manual handling and heavy lifting).
- Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines, ensuring that collections and deliveries are completed on time.
- Vehicle Maintenance Awareness: Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance to perform basic checks (oil, tire pressure, fuel, etc.) and report issues when necessary.
KEY PERSON REQUIREMENTS:
- Reliability: Punctual and dependable, with a strong sense of responsibility to ensure goods are delivered and collected as scheduled.
- Trustworthy: Ability to handle donations and valuable items with care and honesty, ensuring all charity items are accounted for.
- Friendly and Approachable: A positive, friendly attitude towards donors, recipients, and colleagues, representing our and our clients values well.
- Team Player: Willing to work collaboratively with other staff members, both in the van, our and our clients operations.
- Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently when needed, using initiative to manage your workload and handle challenges.
- Flexible: Willingness to adapt to changing schedules, tasks, and locations as required.
- Compassionate: A genuine interest in and a passion for supporting the community or those in need.
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring all items are accurately documented, handled carefully, and the vehicle is kept clean and well-organized.
- Flexibility: You must have full time availability across the week, which will include weekend working.
WHAT WE DO
At ATA North, we power the last mile. We support major delivery companies by managing local delivery operations across an expanding network of depots throughout the UK. Our dedicated fleet covers thousands of routes, ensuring parcels reach homes and businesses safely, efficiently, and right on time — every time.
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