Van Driver in Ashford

Van Driver – Shop Fitting Distribution (Straight Perm)

Location: Ashford, Surrey (Reporting to Depot)

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Hours: Monday – Friday (Day Shifts)

Contract: Permanent

Are you a reliable driver looking for a permanent role with a stable Monday-to-Friday schedule? We are recruiting for a professional Van Driver to join a well-established company in Ashford, Surrey.

The Role

This is not your typical multi-drop delivery job. You will be responsible for transporting and delivering shop fittings to various locations.

• Routes: Local deliveries around London and long-haul runs, including trips to Scotland.
• Overnights: Some routes require overnight stays (all expenses and accommodation are included).
• The Load: You will be delivering a variety of goods. This includes light items as well as heavy shop fittings.
• Vehicle: A company van is provided for all business use.

Physical Requirements

Because of the nature of shop fittings, this role is physically demanding. You must be physically fit as the job involves:

• Heavy Lifting: You will be required to lift and move heavy loads depending on the delivery.
• Manual Handling: Loading and unloading both light and heavy goods throughout the day.
• Stamina: You should be comfortable staying active and handling physical work alongside long-distance driving.

What\’s in it for you?

• Stability: A straight permanent contract from day one.
• Work-Life Balance: No weekend work; Monday to Friday only.
• Salary: £28,000 per year.
• Support: All overnight stay costs are covered by the company.

Requirements

• Fitness: Must be physically capable of performing heavy lifting and manual handling tasks.
• Age: 21+ (for insurance purposes).
• License: Clean driving license preferred (maximum of 6 points accepted).
• Experience: Confident driving in London and comfortable with long-distance motorway driving.
• Reliability: Punctual and professional, as you will be representing the company at various sites.