As a delivery and collection driver, you'll make collections and deliveries to GP surgeries, retail pharmacies, wholesalers, and hospitals. You will also be required to make deliveries to patients and, on occasion, assist them with the rotation and return of stock items. For this role we seek applicants who can demonstrate excellent levels of customer service. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week with a flexible schedule and the availability to work additional hours as needed, often for urgent medical deliveries. Typical working hours range from 48 to 52 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Check and scan all consignments
- Complete daily safety checks of vehicle and refrigeration unit
- Deliver consignments accurately and on time, ensuring products remain within the required temperature range
- Ensure records of deliveries are electronically captured and driver manifests are completed
- Maintain daily communication to provide service updates
- Demonstrate professional and safe driving competency at all times
- Present a smart working appearance at all times
- Assist patients with the rotation and return of stock items, when required
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years’ driving experience
- Must hold a B category driving licence (ideally no more than 3 points)
- Previous delivery driver experience is advantageous
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships with customers/clients while maintaining confidentiality
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise
Benefits
We offer 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) which builds to 33 days in the sixth full holiday year. Additional benefits include a company pension scheme and the UPS Perks At Work scheme.
Company
Polar Speed, a UPS company, is a logistics company and innovative provider of temperature‑sensitive transportation and pharmaceutical supply chain solutions in the UK. We specialise in active temperature‑controlled deliveries to hospitals, pharmacies, wholesalers and medical care surgeries as well as to end patients through our homecare business. Our customers include some of the best known pharmaceutical brands in the world.
Muti Drop Van Driver in Exeter employer: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.
United Parcel Service of America, Inc. is an excellent employer that values its employees by offering flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 33 days of holiday and a robust pension scheme. The work culture promotes teamwork and dedication, ensuring that drivers feel supported in their essential role of delivering medical supplies. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, UPS in Heath and Reach stands out as a rewarding place to build a career.
Contact Details:
United Parcel Service of America, Inc. Recruitment Team
