At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage delivery of pharmaceutical consignments and conduct vehicle safety checks.
- Company: Polar Speed UPS is located at Rochester Airport Industrial Estate, Kent.
- Benefits: Salary ranges from £27,124 to £33,904 with daily London allowances of £26.
- Other info: Enhanced DBS check and 3-year referencing checks are mandatory.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team ensuring safe delivery of vital medical supplies.
- Qualifications: Requires a minimum category B driving licence and 2 years driving experience.
The predicted salary is between 13.04 - 13.04 £ per hour.
Job Location: Polar Speed UPS, Unit 33 Rochester Airport Industrial Estate, Laker Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3QX
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday - 40 to 50 hours per week, 7.30am start
Salary: £27124 p/a based on 40 hours, £33,904 based on 50 hours, £13.04 per hour Monday to Friday, £19.56 per hour Saturdays and bank holidays
London Allowances: £26 per day dependent on route
Job Purpose And Key Responsibilities
- Manage the scanning of packages and pallets to your delivery vehicle
- Manage the safe and secure loading of all consignments
- Conduct daily diligence on vehicle safety checks and refrigeration unit
- Report any issues found on vehicle checks to the management team
- Ensure vehicle is in temperature prior to loading
- Delivery and collection of pharmaceutical consignments to GP Surgeries, Retail Pharmacies, Hospitals, Wholesalers and Home Delivery Patients
- Physical checking/scanning of all consignments at delivery point
- Communication of all operational delays or delivery failures
- Correct completion of EPOD/APOD, driver manifest, collections and refusal paperwork
- Managing the returns process of all consignments
- Maintain the cleanliness of the company vehicle
- Maintain the cleanliness of company uniform and ensure correct PPE is worn, i.e safety boots/shoes, high vis vests
- Ensure a clean driving licence is maintained and report any new offences in a timely manner
- Communicate any patient concerns to the Pharmacy care team
Specialized Knowledge And Requirements
- Minimum category B drivers licence with ideally no more than 3 points
- Minimum 2 years driving experience including motorway
- Previous home and/or hospital or temperature controlled experience desired but not essential
- Experience in multi drop deliveries with customer contact
- Must appreciate the need for maintaining confidentiality
- Must be able to build effective working relationships with customers and management team and colleagues
- Team player mentality with ability to work on own initiative
- Good communication and organisational skills
Please note for successful candidates Polar Speed UPS will run an enhanced DBS check plus minimum 3 year referencing checks.
Employee Type: Permanent
UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Medical Multi Drop Van Driver in Rochester employer: UPS
Polar Speed UPS offers competitive salaries and daily allowances for drivers. Located in Rochester, Kent, the company focuses on delivering essential pharmaceutical supplies. Join a team committed to maintaining high standards of service and safety.
