At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist drivers with daily runs and ensure excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a growing logistics team in a dynamic environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, annual bonus, overtime rates, and 28 days leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours, including weekends, with a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values your contribution and offers career growth.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and good communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 62 - 66 £ per hour.
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 Belfast or Portadown depot. As a AM shift drivers helper, you will start at 5:30am based from Belfast site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis. As a AM shift drivers helper, you will start at 6am based from Portadown site, 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.
Essential Criteria
- 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
Desirable Criteria
- 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*
What we offer!
- Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.32
- Annual Bonus scheme available
- Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 44 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 scheme
- Free parking
- Employee Uniform
Closing Date: 15th July 2026, 5 pm
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Drivers Helper in Craigavon employer: River Ridge Recycling
Join our dynamic Logistics Team as a Driver Helper, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and customer service. With competitive pay, an annual bonus scheme, and opportunities for overtime, we ensure our employees are rewarded for their hard work. Located in the vibrant areas of Belfast and Portadown, we offer a stable and fulfilling career with ample growth opportunities in a company committed to your professional development.
