Courier Driver (15)

GR Employment Ltd is looking for a Courier Driver on behalf of one of our clients in Southampton, SO50 6NZ.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily delivery and collection of shipments to and from customers. This role is essential in upholding the company’s values and ethos, delivering service with speed, passion, and a can-do attitude.

You will be expected to provide excellent customer service, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work well under pressure.

This is multi drop, 40 to 60 stops daily, delivery only.

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday – 10 AM - 8 PM (one hour unpaid break)

Hourly Rate

£14.73 per hour

Shift Premium

Extra £2.80 per hour after 7.00 pm

Saturday Premium

Extra £1.22 per hour

Sunday Premium

Extra £2.27 per hour

This is a temporary position; however, for the right candidate, this role could lead to a permanent placement.

Job responsibilities

As a Courier Driver, you will be measured on customer satisfaction and the successful completion of time-definite deliveries and collections. As a frontline representative of the company, you are expected to carry out all tasks with a strong customer-focused approach.

You must demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills to effectively prioritise tasks and meet customer expectations. While you will be assigned a specific geographical route, flexibility is essential, as you may occasionally be required to cover alternative routes to support business needs.

You will also be responsible for scanning shipments and working quickly and efficiently to ensure warehouse deadlines are met. The role requires the ability to make sound decisions and perform effectively under pressure.

This is a multi-drop, 40 to 60 stops daily, delivery only.

Job benefits

Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata

Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

Weekly pay and pension scheme