Hours: Monday - Friday 35 hours per week, approximately: 04:30 - 11:30. Overtime available.
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor / Warehouse Manager
The Role
Drivers are responsible for the safe, secure, and timely delivery of pharmaceutical products and healthcare goods to pharmacy branches across the Southeast and London. The post holder will play a vital role in ensuring medicines and healthcare products are transported accurately and in compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) standards, company procedures, and all relevant road traffic legislation. This is a fixed route driving role as oppose to multi drop.
The successful candidate will represent the company professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service and ensuring the safe operation of company vehicles. Must hold a Full Uk driving licence
Key Responsibilities
- Drive company vehicles up to Long Wheelbase Mercedes Sprinter size.
- Safely load and unload vehicles in accordance with company procedures.
- Deliver pharmaceutical products and healthcare goods to pharmacy branches.
- Collect returns and transfer stock between locations as required.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects, damage, or maintenance requirements.
- Ensure deliveries are completed accurately, securely, and within agreed timescales.
- Maintain accurate delivery documentation and records.
- Follow all road traffic regulations, company policies, and health and safety procedures.
- Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) standards when transporting pharmaceutical products.
- Ensure company vehicles always remain clean and secure.
- Respond flexibly to operational requirements, including occasional short-notice assignments and early start times between 04:30 and 05:00.
- Act as a professional ambassador for the company when interacting with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and members of the public.
Key Skills
- Reliability and Dependability Consistently demonstrates a responsible approach to attendance, timekeeping, and completion of duties.
- Safe Driving Ability Demonstrates safe, responsible, and professional driving practices while adhering to road traffic legislation and company policies.
- Flexibility Willingness to work varying delivery schedules and adapt to changing business requirements.
- Adaptability Able to adjust to changing priorities and operational demands.
- Communication Skills Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues, managers, and branch teams.
- Attention to Detail Maintains a high level of accuracy when handling pharmaceutical products, delivery documentation, and route schedules.
- Customer Focus Understands the importance of providing an excellent service to pharmacy branches and internal customers.
- Positive Attitude Demonstrates a proactive and can-do approach to work.
- Resilience Performs effectively under pressure and during busy operational periods.
- Problem Solving Uses initiative to resolve issues efficiently and escalate concerns where appropriate.
- Motivation to Learn Demonstrates enthusiasm for personal development and learning new skills.
- Company Vehicle Management Responsible for the safe operation, security, cleanliness, and routine inspection of company vehicles, ensuring any issues are reported promptly.
- Customer Service and Professional Representation Maintains a professional and courteous manner when interacting with branch teams, customers, suppliers, and members of the public, acting as a positive ambassador for the company.
- Warehouse & Site Security Maintains the security of the warehouse and site, ensuring premises are secure, following company security procedures, and reporting any security concerns promptly.
- Compliance and Safety Ensures full compliance with company policies, which includes 6 monthly driving licence checks. Follow all health and safety procedures as instructed by your line manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.85-£13.17 per hour
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
