Car and Van Driver
Driver Hire
£10.6 - £14.5 hourly rate
Southampton, Hampshire, South East
Full time, contract
The Breakroom Take
- People enjoy this job
- Respectful managers
- Proper training
About Driver Hire
Driver Hire is a recruitment agency. They specialise in recruiting for logistics and transport jobs.
Job description from Driver Hire
Driver Hire Southampton are currently seeking for drivers with all levels of experience.
We are recruiting for van drivers on an ad-hoc and full-time basis to assist in making deliveries on behalf of our clients in Southampton and the surrounding areas.
Job details (Jobs may vary) Cat B:
- Multi-drop deliveries
- Local deliveries as well as some distance runs
- Mixture of days/ nights
- Full time work/ AD HOC
- Start times vary between 6:00am- 8.30am
Important requirements for our driving roles:
- Cat B Licence (UK Driving Licence)
- Minimum of 12 months driving experience
- Good area knowledge
- Fantastic customer service and communication skills
- Happy with manual handling and heavy lifting with some of our positions
Benefits:
- Ad hoc flexible work pattern
- All levels of experience accepted
- Mainly Monday- Friday
- Minimum pay of 8-hours per day
- 24/7 assistance with an inhouse team always happy to help
- Varied work
- Excellent Rates of Pay PAYE £10.60 14.50
98% of candidates say they are proud to work for Driver Hire.
To apply and join our team please call 023 8067 8088 or email us now on
Driver Hire is an agency which provides staff cover to a range of companies within the local area. As we have such a variety of work on offer, we can accommodate those only wishing to work the odd day here or there or indeed on a more full-time basis.
Job insights from Breakroom
Delivery drivers and couriers
Parcel delivery drivers and couriers collect items from a depot or warehouse and deliver them to customers
What you’ll do as a delivery driver/courier:
- Pick up items for delivery from a depot or warehouse
- Load and unload your vehicle including heavy items
- Deliver hundreds of packages a day to customers
- Record mileage and fuel used
- Talk to customers
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Driving
- Walking
- Heavy lifting
- Long hours
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Working alone
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do Driver Hire pay a living wage?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
74% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Driver Hire pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
57% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Driver Hire get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
71% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Driver Hire pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
96% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Driver Hire do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
43% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Driver Hire?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 100% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and September 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Driver Hire worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
59% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Driver Hire workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
44% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and September 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Driver Hire?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
78% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do Driver Hire managers change shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
35% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Driver Hire?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
38% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Needs improving
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People work a lot more hours than their contract
Do people work the same number they are contracted for at Driver Hire?
Most people work a lot more hours than their contact..
How we know this
76% of people report working 8 hours or more than their contract.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and September 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you should expect to work about the same number of hours that your contract guarantees you, most of the time.
It’s useful to pick up or drop a few shifts here and there, but if you often work a lot more hours every week than you’re contracted for, a good job should guarantee them.
This means you’re more likely to know when you’ll be working and how much you’ll earn in advance.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at Driver Hire good if you’re a parent or carer?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2021 and January 2023.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Driver Hire feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
68% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Driver Hire get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
35% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2021 and September 2023.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Driver Hire?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
45% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Driver Hire enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
74% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Driver Hire recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Driver Hire?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Driver Hire?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 48% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Driver Hire head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
71% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Driver Hire is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
63% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2021 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Driver Hire employees say about their job
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Best thing
See the day go by
Worst thing
Finishing at different times
Driver Hire Employee, July 2022
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Best thing
Seeing the country
Worst thing
Heavy lifting
Driver Hire Lorry driver, May 2022
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