Driver - Labourer in London

Driver / Labourer Location:
Croydon, with deliveries throughout London and surrounding areas Salary:
£27,000 per annum Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm Employment Type:
Full-Time, Permanent Job Overview We are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking
Driver / Labourer
to join a busy team based in Croydon. This is a varied, hands-on role involving deliveries and collections of materials and equipment to construction sites, alongside general labouring and workshop duties. The ideal candidate will be physically fit, organised and proactive, with a full UK driving licence and a flexible, can-do attitude. You must be willing to assist with different tasks throughout the day and help maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment. Key Responsibilities Driving and Deliveries Deliver and collect materials, plaster products and equipment from construction sites and other locations. Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring materials are properly secured and protected. Plan delivery routes efficiently and ensure timely deliveries. Assist with moving and handling materials on site when required. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements. Keep company vehicles clean, tidy and in good working condition. Communicate with workshop staff and site teams to coordinate deliveries and collections. Workshop and General Labouring Empty bins and dispose of workshop waste appropriately. Refill plaster bins and ensure materials are available for production. Scrape and vacuum workshop floors, maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Put stock away in designated storage areas. Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials around the workshop. Empty water tanks using a forklift, where trained and authorised. Carry out general housekeeping and other labouring duties as required. Skills and Experience Essential: Full, valid UK driving licence suitable for the vehicles used. Reliable, punctual and hardworking, with a strong work ethic. Physically fit and capable of manual handling and general labouring duties. Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A flexible, proactive and helpful attitude. Good communication skills and willingness to take initiative. Desirable: Good knowledge of London roads and surrounding areas. Valid forklift licence or recognised forklift training. Previous experience in driving, warehousing, construction or a workshop environment. Experience delivering materials to construction sites. Working Hours and Flexibility The normal working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. Flexibility is essential, as some deliveries may take longer than expected or require additional travel. The successful candidate must be willing to work beyond normal finishing times when reasonably required. What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is dependable and trustworthy, and has a positive, can-do attitude. You should be happy to get involved, support colleagues and undertake a variety of tasks to help keep daily operations running smoothly. If you are a reliable driver who enjoys practical, hands-on work and is looking for a long-term, permanent opportunity, we would like to hear from you.
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