Drivers Helper


Job description

Due to our continual growth, we are looking to appoint a Driver Helper to join our busy Logistics Team. This role will be based out of the Belfast depot. As a AM shift drivers helper, you will start at 05.30am based from Duncrue site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis. As a PM shift drivers helper, you will start at 3pm based from Duncrue site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis.

Responsibilities

  • To provide assistance to the Driver at all times
  • Obtain all necessary documentation for the daily runs to ensure efficient operation of the business activities
  • Check customer routing for the daily runs, prioritising workloads to ensure all customer commitments are achieved
  • Provide excellent customer service that supports the RiverRidge brand
  • Due to the physical nature of the role, you will be required to collect and move commercial containers
  • Ensure all electronic paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner
  • Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
  • Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence (Max 6 penalty points)
  • Good Geographical knowledge of NI
  • Good Communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Experience in dealing with customers and members of the public
  • Ability to work well with others / Team Player
  • Must be able to apply Manual Handling techniques
  • Flexible approach to working hours to include weekends and Bank Holidays

Desirable Skills

  • Previous experience working in a similar role
  • Previous experience working within the Transport Sector

Further Information

Competitive Hourly Rate - £12.80 per hour (Day shift) £14.77 per hour (PM Shift) AM Shift (05:30 start) and PM Shift (3pm start) Annual Bonus scheme available Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 44 hours/Mon-Fri Saturday and Bank Holiday rate of Time and a Half 28 days Annual leave (incl of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays) Company pension scheme Free parking Employee Uniform

Vacancy ID
1745077
Job ref.
DH/AM/PM/11/25
Job Sector
Transport, Distribution and Warehousing
Area
Belfast
Location
Duncrue Street, Belfast
Salary
See Further Information
No. vacancies
3
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
40
Published date
12/11/2025
Closing date
26/11/2025
Worktime
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