Self employed courier / owner driver

Job Description

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Overview

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Thistle Couriers LTD is looking for motivated self-employed couriers who have their own van and Hire Reward Insurance to provide collection and delivery services across a variety of industries and locations through the UK.

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This is NOT Multi-Drop work.

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Duties

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• Safely operate your own van vehicle to deliver items to various destinations locally and Nationally

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• Plan efficient routes to maximize productivity and meet delivery deadlines

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• Handle packages with care, including heavy lifting and secure loading/unloading at warehouses or delivery points

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• Communicate clearly with customers upon delivery, providing excellent service and resolving any issues professionally

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• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including signatures, timestamps, and any delivery exceptions

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• Conduct routine vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance with road regulations

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• Follow all traffic laws and safety procedures to ensure safe transportation at all times

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Skills

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• Proven experience as a delivery driver or courier, with a strong understanding of commercial driving practices

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• Valid driver’s license suitable for operating a van.

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• Ability to perform lifting and manual handling of packages efficiently and safely

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• Excellent communication skills to interact confidently with customers and team members

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• Familiarity with loading/unloading goods

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• Strong organizational skills for route planning and time management

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• Knowledge of local roads, traffic patterns, and navigation tools to optimize delivery

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Must have 

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• Valad UK Driving licence

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• Own Van

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• Hire Reward Insurance

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