Self Employed / Owner Courier Drivers (Small and XLWB vans) required URGENTLY

If you are an experienced Same-Day Courier driver WITH YOUR OWN VAN and are looking to work with one of the largest independent couriers in the area then we want to hear from you! We need small vans to XLWB 4m.

We have guaranteed work for you, with guaranteed payments each week due to our continued success at 1st Class Logistics UK Ltd

This is not a multi-drop driving position and isn’t about delivering lots of parcels as quickly as possible, this job is all about the service and professionalism that our clients have come to expect.

At 1st Class Logistics, we specialise in timed-critical immediate response courier collecting and delivering all over the UK for our clients based in Berkshire and Hampshire.

We are involved in many robust industries such as medical and events, which always require our specialist services, so you are never out of work.

We require drivers urgently that have their own van, specifically either a small van or a larger (XLWB) vehicle within a 10 miles radius of Newbury, Reading and Basingstoke as we need to respond quickly to our clients demands.

If you enjoy driving for a living, being your own boss on and off the road, then you could be delivering on behalf of us in no time at all!

We are also the best payers and pay the best rates in the industry, with a great team of people to work with and you are treated with respect at all times.

Potential to earn over £1000.00 per week Monday to Friday with option to cover any out of hours work during evenings and weekends.

We are operational 7 days a week and can be flexible to accommodate your needs.

What you will need:

  • A reliable ULEZ compliant vehicle with all relevant vehicle and business insurance in place
  • A valid UK driving licence
  • Must have a high level of proficiency and fluency in English language, including speaking, writing, and understanding.
  • Must be able to prove that you have the right to work in the UK
  • A smartphone to download our user-friendly app
  • A good sat nav that can be updated when required
  • Ratchet straps and the ability to prove you can use them effectively

Duties Include:

  • Safely operate your van to deliver goods to various locations
  • Deliveries Nationwide
  • Collecting urgent parcels, pallets and documents
  • Load and unload items, ensuring proper safe handling to prevent damage
  • Proactive communication with any issues or delays en route to collections or deliveries
  • Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including signatures, photos and names on the user-friendly app (full training provided)
  • Collecting and delivering urgent parcels, pallets, boxes or documents
  • Following company procedure with every delivery to ensure safety and excellent Customer Service

If you are interested and would like to talk to us, then please apply online. If suitable, we will arrange a convenient time for you to call in to see us.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £800.00-£1,200.00 per week

Application question(s):

  • Please include van size in application - we need to know internal length and payload.

Language:

  • Fluent English, written and spoken. (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road

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