Self-employed Multi-drop parcel delivery drivers required. Own Van/Large Car!
Earn extra income working full time or part-time with leading UK parcel delivery companies!
Townsend Global Logistics is looking for self-employed drivers to deliver parcels to residential and commercial addresses on behalf of the UK’s largest delivery companies.
Working with Townsend Global Logistics Ltd
Driver Requirements
Photo Licence
You will need to provide photo ID e.g. driver’s licence or passport. Licences are mandatory and should have no more than maximum, 6 penalty points. Also You need to provide proof of right to work in the United Kingdom during the application process. This can be in the form of a Passport or work permit.
Van or car
You will need your own vehicle to cover our work. Use your existing hatchback car or van up to Sprinter/Transits. **You would need to upload pictures of your vehicle.
Goods In Transit
Some of our work involves transporting high value goods, you must have your own goods in transit insurance up to £10,000 cover to work with our delivery partners. **upload proof during the application process.
Courier Insurance
Your vehicle whether it’s a van or car would need the appropriate Hire and reward Insurance for the transportation of goods or parcels.
Public Liability Insurance certificate
You will need public liability insurance to work as a driver with us. Certificates should be uploaded during the application process.
A valid basic DBS (Disclosure and barring service) certificate no older than 1 year with no unspent criminal convictions. This can be obtained from gov.uk for £18.00 if you haven’t obtained a report yet however, we can also obtain a DBS report for you via zellis.com.
**A certificate should be uploaded during the application process if you have a valid certificate.
Ready to apply?
The Role – Multi Drop Delivery Driver
- Typical earnings are £500-£900 per week (full-time).
- We offer weekly pay with a week in arrears.
- We do the invoicing for you.
- We pay per parcel the more you deliver, the more you earn.
- You will benefit from 2 days full training. You get the best of both worlds – the independence of being self-employed, with training and ongoing support from us.
- Designated route within specific postcode areas. We give you the freedom and flexibility to plan your own delivery route. You can realistically deliver between 16-25 parcels per hour, depending on your experience and vehicle size.
- Working week is 6 days over 7, Monday to Saturday for full-time workers and negotiable for part-time workers to fit around your other commitments.
- Almost instant start once you meet the requirements and have the valid documentation required.
What makes a great Multi-drop Delivery Driver:
- Full UK driving Licence held for at least 1 year
- Drivers should be aged 21 and over for insurance purposes
- Positive attitude
- Flexibility and Reliability
- Confidence driving a van
- Enthusiasm
- Able to work independently, whilst a part of the Townsend Global team
- Driving licence and with less than 7 points (No DR, IN, CD)
- Previous multi-drop parcel delivery, or courier experience is desirable, but the right attitude is much more important to us
- Excellent customer service
- Being responsible
- Ability to remain calm at all times
- Able to make multi drop deliveries to both residential and commercial customers
Benefits of joining Townsend Global Logistics delivery driver team:
- No previous experience is needed
- On-the-job courier training provided
- Be eligible for a service delivery bonus and extra earnings at Christmas
- Get paid weekly, directly into your bank account
- Use your own van or car
- Be a self-employed driver and work flexible hours
- You are responsible for your own tax and national insurance contributions