3.5 Tonne Driver
MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Reading, South East
3.5 Tonne Driver at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Reading, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Closes
- 22 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Van & Courier
Reference https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/3-5-tonne-driver/
About the role
3.5 Tonne Driver – Reading, Berkshire
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a 3.5 Tonne Driver to join our client based in Reading, Berkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, flexible ad hoc work and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing operation.
This would suit applicants who have worked as a Van Driver, Delivery Driver or Multi-Drop Driver.
Rates of Pay:
- £12.71 per hour
Shift Pattern:
- Ad hoc work
- Monday to Friday
- Start times from 6:00am
- Flexible shifts available based on business requirements
Benefits:
Your benefits as a 3.5 Tonne Driver are:
- Flexible ad hoc work to suit your availability
- Weekly pay
- Full training provided where required
- Immediate starts available
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Guaranteed minimum 50 hours’ pay per week, even if routes finish early
- Opportunity to progress to Team Leader for candidates with 7.5 Tonne experience
- Ongoing support from the transport team
Day-to-Day Duties:
Your duties as a 3.5 Tonne Driver are:
- Delivering plant machinery to customer locations
- Ensuring all loads are safe and secure prior to transit
- Completing daily vehicle inspections and reporting any defects
- Operating a 3.5 tonne vehicle safely and efficiently
- Maintaining accurate delivery records and paperwork
- Communicating effectively with customers and site staff
- Adhering to all driving regulations and company procedures
- Managing delivery schedules and routes efficiently
- Providing a professional level of customer service at all times
Essential Skills:
To be successful as a 3.5 Tonne Driver, you will need:
- A valid UK Category B Driving Licence held for a minimum of two years
- Previous multi-drop delivery experience is preferred
- Strong knowledge of vehicle operation and driving regulations
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to identify and report vehicle safety issues
- A good understanding of road networks and navigation systems
- The ability to work to deadlines and use your own initiative
- A professional and reliable approach to work
Training:
- Vehicle maintenance and safety training
- Compliance and regulatory training
- Full paid site induction provided
- Ongoing support throughout your assignment
Apply:
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a 3.5 Tonne Driver, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team for more information.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.
Reference: https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/3-5-tonne-driver/ · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 22 Oct 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED
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