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-£250+ per day based on a parcel rate

•⁠ ⁠Training paid at £100 per day