Self-Employed Delivery Driver - Newcastle

Job Overview

Job Description

Join the Regulux Transport delivery team operating from DNE2 in Newcastle. We are recruiting reliable self-employed drivers for long-term, full-time parcel delivery opportunities. Courier experience is helpful, but paid training is available for drivers who are new to the role.

Applications are welcome from Gateshead, Sunderland, South Shields, North Shields and Washington, as well as Newcastle. This position starts from the Newcastle depot (DNE2); please apply if you can travel to that depot. The surrounding towns are recruitment catchment areas.

You will complete multi-drop deliveries for the world's largest online retailer. Start from the Newcastle depot, where parcels are picked and packed for loading within 15 minutes. Follow your pre-planned route to homes and businesses within a designated postcode area. There are no timed deliveries or depot return requirements after a completed route.

Pay and support:
SWB van routes: 208.00 per day including VAT.
Large van routes: 218.00 per day including VAT.
Mileage payments and bonus are additional.
Weekly pay on Thursdays.
Van hire can be arranged with insurance and maintenance included.
Paid training: one classroom day and two ride-along days.
Work five to six days out of seven on a rota basis.

Requirements:
- Work on a self-employed basis.
- Own a suitable van or be willing to hire one. Cars cannot be used.
- Hold a valid driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
- No IN10, DR, TT or other excluded motoring conviction codes.
- For van hire, you must have held your driving licence for at least two years.
- For owner drivers, there is no minimum licence-holding period.
- You must pass a DBS check before starting.
- Courier or multi-drop experience is recommended but not essential, as training is provided.

Interviews take place daily. Immediate opportunities are available subject to checks and training. Bring your ID card or passport, driving licence, National Insurance number and proof of address. Proof of address can be a council tax bill, utility bill or bank statement dated within the last three months.

Job type: Full-time, self-employed. Work location: In person.
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