Delivery Driver

Delivery Driver (3.5 tonne flatbed) Location: Covering Southeast England to the Midlands. Salary: GBP40,000 - GBP45,000 per year Hours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 4pm. Overtime available. Job type: Full-time, temp ongoing. Bridge Recruitment s helping one of our established clients recruit for an experienced Delivery Driver to join their team. This role supports on-time delivery, protects product quality in transit, and provides a professional customer handover. Responsibilities of the Delivery Driver: Carry out multi-drop deliveries and collections to customer sites, suppliers, and yards. Drive a 3.5 tonne flatbed vehicle safely and legally, following all road traffic and company rules. Plan routes efficiently, taking account of time windows, site access, and traffic conditions. Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly. Load and unload gates, mesh panels, posts, and fixings safely (manual handling and with lifting aids where available). Secure loads correctly using straps, edge protectors, and other restraints to prevent damage or movement. Protect finished goods from scratches, bending, and weather exposure using appropriate packaging and coverings. Maintain clean, safe working practices during loading/unloading and on customer sites. Provide a professional, helpful handover to customers and site teams. Obtain proof of delivery (POD) and ensure delivery paperwork is accurate and complete. Escalate delivery issues quickly (access restrictions, ..... full job details .....