With online deliveries becoming more common, delivery drivers are needed now more than ever. They not only help the courier industry run smoothly, but they are also a valuable part of any business that sells goods online. Millions of parcels are delivered every year in the UK, so a skilled and reliable delivery driver is a must. Here at Elite Recruitment, we strive to find the right person for your courier role.

 

Skills Needed to become a Courier Van Driver

When customers are awaiting their goods, it is important that van drivers are professional in their work as well as quick and reliable. There are many soft and hard skills that would benefit a candidate in this role. Some important skills needed to become a van driver are:

 

• A full, clean driving licence which will cover the van you will be operating.
• Ability to work independently – most drivers work on their own so they will need to work well without help from others.
• Can operate a mobile phone – deliveries are tracked through a system which is typically on a mobile phone. Courier drivers will have to take a picture of the parcel being delivered for proof, get the customer’s signature, note any important information, and mark it as delivered.
• Courier drivers typically have a tight schedule to stick to, so making sure they have strong time management skills is an important soft skill that is needed. 
• Couriers are expected to not only deliver the correct goods in a timely manner without damaging the products, but also deliver excellent customer service as they deal with customers on a daily basis. Any dissatisfied customers should be dealt with in a professional manner.

If you’re looking to hire a skilled courier van driver for your company then you can contact us here and we will help with every part of the process.

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Our Usual Van Driver Roles

Most 3.5T van driving jobs involve multi-drop deliveries, requiring drivers to be efficient and well-organised. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a Sprinter or Luton van, the role typically includes making anywhere from 15 to 100 drops per shift, depending on the job. Deliveries can be to both business premises and residential addresses, covering a wide range of goods such as parcels, furniture, white goods, and pallets.

These roles primarily operate during the day, with start times usually ranging from 04:00 to 08:00. The job demands good time management, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

Who we’re looking for

To work as a 3.5T van driver, candidates must meet a range of requirements to ensure they can carry out their duties safely and efficiently. Here’s what’s typically expected:

• • Valid UK Driving Licence – Drivers must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points for minor endorsements such as speeding or traffic signal violations. Serious offences, such as drink driving or dangerous driving, will usually disqualify candidates from consideration.
    Commercial Van Driving Experience – A minimum of 6 months of experience in a commercial van driving role is typically required. This experience helps ensure that drivers are familiar with the demands of multi-drop deliveries, route planning, and handling a variety of cargo types.

 

• Good Knowledge of Road Laws and Regulations – Drivers must have a solid understanding of UK road laws, including speed limits, loading restrictions, and regulations related to driving hours and rest breaks to remain compliant with legal requirements.

North West Van Driver Recruitment

Our recruitment team is based in Widnes, Cheshire, but we work with companies across the North West, covering large counties like Cheshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cumbria, and Merseyside, including the areas within such as:

• Warrington
• Widnes
• Wigan
• Skelmersdale
• Haydock
• Runcorn
• Wrexham
• St Helens
• Trafford
• Manchester
• Bolton
• Carrington

As a leading recruitment agency for courier and logistics jobs, we strive for the very best. This is why we make sure our candidates have a full and clean van driving licence. Leave the recruitment process in the best hands and submit a vacancy today!