At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist the driver, manage documentation, and ensure excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a growing logistics team at RiverRidge in Garvagh.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, annual bonus, overtime rates, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for overtime and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real difference in logistics.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence, good communication skills, and team player attitude.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 14 £ 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 Garvagh depot. As a AM shift drivers helper, you will start at 5:30am based from Garvagh 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*
**Must be able to provide documentation to confirm their eligibility to work in the UK**
What we offer!
- Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.32
- Annual Bonus scheme available
- Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 43 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: 25th August 2026, 5 pm
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Drivers Helper- Garvagh employer: River Ridge Recycling
Join a dynamic team as an HGV Driver, where you will enjoy competitive pay and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. With opportunities for growth and development, our company prioritises employee well-being and offers a flexible schedule to balance work and life. Located in Northern Ireland, you'll be part of a community-focused organisation that recognises the importance of reliable service and teamwork.
