Driver Hire Southampton is currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Van Driver to join one of our well-established clients. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity delivering and collecting heating and cooling units across customer sites throughout the region.
This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, being out on the road, and isn't afraid of physical work. It also provides an excellent introduction to the refrigeration engineering industry, making it a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within this growing sector.
The Role
Monday to Friday
Minimum of 40 hours per week, with regular overtime available
Delivering and collecting heating and cooling units to customer sites
Working independently and managing your daily route
Loading and unloading equipment using a 3.5T tail lift vehicle
Assisting with the basic installation of equipment, including positioning units and setting up simple systems
Full training provided
What We're Looking For
Full UK driving licence held for at least 2 years
Own transport to travel to and from work
Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting
Mechanical engineering or electrical experience is advantageous but not essential
Excellent time management and customer service skills
A stable work history with long-term employment
Flexible approach to overtime when required
What's in It for You?
Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Full training and ongoing development
Bike-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
Local gym contribution
Employee referral bonus
Additional company benefits
Why Driver Hire Southampton?
Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. We pride ourselves on providing excellent opportunities for drivers across the Southampton area while treating every driver as a valued professional.
In fact, 97% of our drivers say they are proud to work with Driver Hire.
If you're looking for a varied driving role with excellent long-term prospects and the opportunity to develop within the refrigeration engineering industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
Salary description
£26500.00 - £28000.00 per year