Drivers Helper

Company: Riverridge
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Location: Northern Ireland
Job Description:

Permanent / Full Time hours / Ref: DH/G/M/09/26

Hours: AM Shift Monday-Friday

Base location: Garvagh and Maydown

Due to our continual growth, we are looking to appoint a Driver Helper to join our busy Logistics Team. This role will be based out of the Garvagh depot and Maydown depot.

As a AM shift drivers helper, you will start at 5:30am, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis.

Role & Responsibilities

  • To provide assistance to the Driver at all times
  • Obtain all necessary documentation for the daily runs to ensure efficient operation of the business activities
  • Check customer routing for the daily runs, prioritising workloads to ensure all customer commitments are achieved
  • Provide excellent customer service that supports the RiverRidge brand
  • Due to the physical nature of the role, you will be required to collect and move commercial containers
  • Ensure all electronic paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner
  • Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
  • Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department.
  • Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence (Max 6 penalty points)
  • Good Geographical knowledge of NI
  • Good Communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Experience in dealing with customers and members of the public
  • Ability to work well with others / Team Player
  • Must be able to apply Manual Handling techniques
  • Flexible approach to working hours to include weekends and Bank Holidays
  • Previous experience working in a similar role
  • Previous experience working within the Transport Sector

*Any offer of employment will be subject to successful security clearances*

**Must be able to provide documentation to confirm their eligibility to work in the UK**

What we offer!

  • Competitive Hourly Rate – £13.32
  • Annual Bonus scheme available
  • Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 43 hours/Mon-Fri
  • Saturday and Bank Holiday rate of Time and a Half
  • 28 days Annual leave (incl of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays)
  • Company pension schemeFree parking
  • Employee Uniform

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Posted: September 21st, 2026