Self-Employed Contractor Position • Based in London • Multiple Sites Across Greater London
About the Role
We are a London-based construction logistics company operating multiple live projects across Greater London. We are looking for an organised, hands-on Transport & Yard Manager + Luton Van Driver to take ownership of our depot/storage yard and the day-to-day coordination of our driver team, while also getting behind the wheel of a Luton van when required.
This is a self-employed contract role with genuine scope for growth and development as the business expands — an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build real responsibility within a growing company, not just drive a van.
Key Details
Job Title
Transport/Yard Manager & Luton Van Driver
Contract Type
Self-employed / subcontractor
Location
London, with travel to project sites across Greater London
Normal Hours
07:30 – 17:30, Monday – Friday (50 hours/week)
Weekend Work
May be required from time to time, paid at the overtime rate
Base Pay
Starting Salary: £18.00 per hour × 50 hours/week = £900.00 per week
Overtime / Weekend Rate
£27.00 per hour
Vehicle
Company Luton van — fuel and insurance covered by the company
Growth Potential
Strong potential for growth and development within the company
Key Responsibilities
* Organise and manage the depot/storage yard, keeping stock, equipment and materials tidy, secure and easy to locate.
* Plan and coordinate pickup and drop-off routes for the wider team of drivers across our Greater London project sites.
* Liaise with head office daily to understand client requirements and ensure deliveries and collections are scheduled accordingly.
* Drive a Luton van yourself when required, covering routes and deliveries across London.
* Assist with the loading and offloading of goods and materials, ensuring items are handled safely and correctly.
* Act as a point of contact between the depot, drivers, and head office, flagging any issues or delays promptly.
* Support the smooth day-to-day running of logistics operations across multiple concurrent construction projects.
What We're Looking For
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan routes and manage yard operations efficiently.
* Confidence to take a managerial/coordinating role, directing and liaising with other drivers.
* Computer literate, comfortable using basic software/systems for scheduling and communication with head office.
* Customer-focused approach, representing CLS professionally when dealing with clients and sites.
* Physically able to assist with loading and offloading goods.
* Full, clean UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years, with no drink- or drug-driving endorsements.
* C1 License (up to 7,5 Ton) would be beneficial but not a pre-requisite.
* Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently as a self-employed contractor.
Additional Information
* Fuel and van insurance are covered by the company.
* It would be an advantage if the company van could be parked securely outside, or close to, your home overnight, reducing early-morning travel time into London.
* Willingness to work occasional weekends when required, paid at the enhanced overtime rate of £27.00 per hour.
* A genuine opportunity to grow with the company as it takes on more projects across Greater London.
How to Apply
If you're an organised, reliable driver ready to take on a more senior, hands-on logistics role, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Ashbrooke Contracts Ltd to apply.
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Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year