Courier Driver (9)
| Company: | GR Employment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Pension |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Northampton, NN4 7BW |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Aug 2026 |
Summary
GR Employment Ltd is recruiting for a Courier Driver on behalf of one of our customers in Northampton, the Brackmills area.
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 a temp-to-perm position for the right candidate.
We’re looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking consistent work with a bit of flexibility built in.
Shift pattern:
The working hours are 8 AM to 6 PM (one hour unpaid break). Start and finish times may vary depending on the route and traffic.
Hourly Rate: £14.73 per hour
Overtime paid time and a half after 40 hours
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
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.
Job benefits:
Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
Weekly pay and pension scheme