Delivery Driver – Job Description | Immediate Start

This is a self-employed delivery driver role delivering parcels in a fixed local area. The job is physical and fast-paced, but straightforward once you learn your route.

Your day will look like this:

⁠ ⁠Arrive at the depot between 06:30 and 07:30am

⁠ ⁠Find your assigned route and load your own parcels into the van

⁠ ⁠Loading usually takes 30–60 minutes, depending on parcel count

⁠ ⁠Leave the depot and start your route using the provided device

⁠ ⁠You will complete 90–140 stops per day

⁠ ⁠Deliveries are mainly houses, with some flats and businesses

⁠ ⁠You will be in and out of the van throughout the day

⁠ ⁠Most parcels are small to medium, but some can be heavier

⁠ ⁠Once you finish your route, you must return to the depot to de-brief and complete end-of-day procedures

Training Provided (Paid)

We provide full paid training to ensure you are confident before running your own route:

⁠ ⁠2 days classroom training covering systems, delivery device, and procedures

⁠ ⁠2–3 days ride-along training with an experienced Lead Driver or On-Site Manager

⁠ ⁠You will learn loading, route management, delivery process, and best practices

⁠ ⁠Training days are paid at £100 per day

⁠ ⁠Ongoing support is available even after training is completed

No previous multi-drop experience is required, as full training is provided.

Working pattern:

⁠ ⁠Routes available 6–7 days per week

⁠ ⁠Typical time spent delivering is 6–9 hours per day

⁠ ⁠Faster and more organised drivers usually finish earlier

⁠ ⁠Consistent work available year-round

Things to be aware of:

⁠ ⁠This is an active job — you will be walking and driving most of the day

⁠ ⁠Some days are easier than others, especially while learning

⁠ ⁠Good organisation makes the job much easier

⁠ ⁠Experience helps, but full training is provided

Requirements:

⁠ ⁠Full UK or EU driving licence

⁠ ⁠Maximum 6 penalty points

⁠ ⁠Must be reliable and punctual

⁠ ⁠Must be comfortable using navigation and a delivery device

Pay:

⁠ ⁠Paid £180-£220+ per day based on a parcel rate

⁠ ⁠Training paid at £100 per day