Van driver - Pharma

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist pharmaceutical logistics company for an experienced and reliable Van Driver to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional driver with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Ideally, candidates will have previous experience within pharmaceutical, healthcare or medical logistics, although drivers with experience in a similar specialist or time-critical delivery environment will also be considered.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring sensitive healthcare shipments are transported safely, securely and within strict delivery schedules.

• Completing time-critical collections and deliveries, ensuring all shipments arrive accurately and on schedule.
• Maintaining the integrity of sensitive healthcare products, including following temperature-controlled handling and transportation procedures.
• Ensuring all delivery documentation is completed accurately and in line with relevant transport and safety regulations.
• Providing a professional, customer-focused service when dealing with clients and delivery contacts.
• Identifying and proactively resolving any shipment, packaging or delivery issues to minimise disruption.
• Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring vehicles, equipment and working areas are maintained to a safe, clean and organised standard.
• Working closely with colleagues and operational teams to ensure the smooth running of daily logistics activities.
• Following company procedures and maintaining high standards of compliance, safety and service at all times.

• Previous experience as a professional van driver is essential.
• Ideally experienced within pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical or specialist logistics.
• Full UK driving licence with a good driving record.
• Understanding of temperature-controlled transportation and product handling would be advantageous.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and a professional customer-facing manner.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Working days: Monday to Friday.
• Hours: Shifts scheduled between 4:00am and 6:00pm.
• Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.