3.5T Driver

Job description

Sofa Installation Expert / 3.5t Van Driver

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

Pay Rate - £14.84 per hour inclusive of holiday pay
Rota - 4 on 4 off shift pattern - 07:0019:00 - Temp to Perm

Benefits - HGV Career Progression
Are you a 3.5t Van Driver looking to take the next step in your driving career?
Flexible People Ltd have an exciting opportunity for a 3.5t van driver to join a busy home-delivery operation, with a genuine pathway into HGV driving .
The role starts as a 3.5t van driver on a 13-week temporary-to-permanent basis . Candidates who successfully complete this period and demonstrate the right attitude, reliability and performance will have the opportunity to upskill to HGV driving and attend the company's in-house HGV Driver School .
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to use a 3.5t driving role as a stepping stone towards becoming an HGV Driver.
What's In It For You?
£14.84 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay
4 on / 4 off shift pattern
07:0019:00 shifts
13-week temp-to-perm opportunity
Genuine opportunity to progress into HGV driving
Opportunity to attend the in-house Driver School
Develop your skills and work towards an HGV driving career
Work as part of an established professional delivery operation
Your own planned routes each day
Driver's Mate will accompany you on your deliveries
The Role
As a Sofa Installation Expert / 3.5t Van Driver , you will be responsible for delivering sofas and furniture directly to customers' homes.
You will have a Driver's Mate working alongside you , helping with the safe handling and delivery of furniture.
Your day will involve:
Driving a 3.5t delivery van safely and responsibly.
Following your own allocated routes and completing your scheduled deliveries.
Delivering sofas and furniture to customers' homes.
Safely maneuvering and handling large items of furniture.
Installing and positioning furniture within customers' homes.
Providing excellent customer service and representing the company professionally.
Completing relevant delivery paperwork and using delivery technology.
Maintaining the cleanliness and condition of your vehicle.
Teamwork & Flexibility
Although you will have your own planned routes for the day, flexibility is essential .
The wider operation also includes HGV/??lorry drivers, and there may be occasions where you are required to assist the HGV drivers with their deliveries or other duties.
We are therefore looking for people who are happy to go the extra mile, support their colleagues and work as part of a wider transport team.
What We're Looking For -
We're particularly interested in candidates who are serious about developing their driving career and want to progress towards HGV driving.
You will need:
A full UK driving license with the appropriate entitlement to drive a 3.5t vehicle.
Previous 3.5t van driving experience is desirable.
A reliable and hardworking attitude.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
The ability to safely lift and maneuver large and heavy furniture.
A professional approach when dealing with customers.
The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
A flexible attitude and willingness to assist the HGV/l??orry drivers when required.
The commitment to work the 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, including weekends.
A genuine desire to progress into HGV driving. Xohmjla
Your Potential Career Path
3.5t Van Driver ? Successful 13-Week Period ? Permanent Position ? In-House Driver School ? HGV Driver
If you're looking for a role where you can earn while gaining valuable experience and potentially progress into an HGV driving career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your driving career!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-09-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English