Driver

Vale of Glamorgan - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

5 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide a reliable secure and efficient transport and courier service between Council-owned properties including schools and libraries supporting a range of operational services across the Vale of Glamorgan.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Transport packages mail and parcels between selected Council-owned properties including schools.
Provide an effective paper recycling collection service for the Waste Management and Cleansing Department.
Transport packed crates and packages between all Vale of Glamorganbased libraries.
Deliver and collect cleaning materials and equipment to and from Council-owned properties including schools.
Transport confidential legal documentation between the Civic Offices and the Authoritys solicitors ensuring security and confidentiality at all times.
Assist in the secure transportation of monies and cheques between selected Council-owned properties in line with Council procedures.
Support and cover other functions within the Building Cleaning & Security Group as required including:
- Providing cover for all mobile service functions
- Assisting with office moves
- Undertaking basic labouring duties
Ensure all vehicles are operated safely and legally including daily vehicle checks cleanliness and reporting defects in accordance with Council procedures.
Comply with all Health & Safety requirements safe manual handling practices and Council policies and procedures.
Implement and promote the principles of the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy while carrying out all duties.
Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

Requirements

Full valid driving licence suitable for driving Council vehicles
Ability to safely transport goods materials and documentation between multiple sites
Good knowledge of local roads and ability to plan efficient routes
Ability to carry out manual handling tasks including loading and unloading crates parcels and equipment
Reliable punctual and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Trustworthy and able to handle confidential documents monies and cheques appropriately
Awareness of Health & Safety requirements including safe driving and manual handling practices
Commitment to implementing the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy

Previous experience in a driver courier or delivery role
Experience working within a local authority or public-sector environment
Basic knowledge of waste and recycling collection processes
Experience supporting mobile services office moves or general labouring duties

Flexible and adaptable to meet service needs
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and courteous when dealing with staff schools and external partners
Physically fit to meet the demands of the role

5 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob PurposeTo provide a reliable secure and efficient transport and courier service between Council-owned properties including schools and libraries supporting a range of operational services across the Vale of Glamorgan.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesTranspor...

5 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Transport packages mail and parcels between selected Council-owned properties including schools.
Provide an effective paper recycling collection service for the Waste Management and Cleansing Department.
Transport packed crates and packages between all Vale of Glamorganbased libraries.
Deliver and collect cleaning materials and equipment to and from Council-owned properties including schools.
Transport confidential legal documentation between the Civic Offices and the Authoritys solicitors ensuring security and confidentiality at all times.
Assist in the secure transportation of monies and cheques between selected Council-owned properties in line with Council procedures.
Support and cover other functions within the Building Cleaning & Security Group as required including:
- Providing cover for all mobile service functions
- Assisting with office moves
- Undertaking basic labouring duties
Ensure all vehicles are operated safely and legally including daily vehicle checks cleanliness and reporting defects in accordance with Council procedures.
Comply with all Health & Safety requirements safe manual handling practices and Council policies and procedures.
Implement and promote the principles of the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy while carrying out all duties.
Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

Requirements

Full valid driving licence suitable for driving Council vehicles
Ability to safely transport goods materials and documentation between multiple sites
Good knowledge of local roads and ability to plan efficient routes
Ability to carry out manual handling tasks including loading and unloading crates parcels and equipment
Reliable punctual and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Trustworthy and able to handle confidential documents monies and cheques appropriately
Awareness of Health & Safety requirements including safe driving and manual handling practices
Commitment to implementing the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy

Previous experience in a driver courier or delivery role
Experience working within a local authority or public-sector environment
Basic knowledge of waste and recycling collection processes
Experience supporting mobile services office moves or general labouring duties

Flexible and adaptable to meet service needs
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and courteous when dealing with staff schools and external partners
Physically fit to meet the demands of the role