Class 2 Collection Driver

Healthnet Homecare

Date: 1 day ago
City: Swadlincote, England
Salary: £39,288 / yr
Contract type: Full time

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Make a Difference on the Open Road!

Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people’s lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

About LF&E

  • Established in 2008
  • 23 sites across the UK
  • 300+ employees
  • Specialists in temperature-controlled healthcare logistics
  • Trusted by public and private healthcare sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical, and clinical trial providers

Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist pharmaceutical delivery services.

We are looking for a reliable and professional Class 2 Collection Driver to join our team in Swadlincote. This role combines driving duties with warehouse and sortation support, ensuring pharmaceutical products are collected, handled, and transported safely within a regulated healthcare environment.

This is a full‑time, permanent role working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Typical working hours are 6:00 pm to 3:00 am. Hours may change depending on business needs; therefore flexibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect and transport pharmaceutical products between depots and customer locations
  • Complete vehicle checks and ensure compliance with GDP, transport, and Working Time regulations
  • Accurately complete delivery paperwork and electronic records
  • Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring product integrity at all times
  • Support warehouse operations including stock checking, picking, sorting, scanning, and dispatch preparation
  • Report any damages, discrepancies, or temperature-related issues promptly
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and compliance
  • Operate warehouse equipment, including pallet trucks and scanners (FLT where authorised)

What You'll Need

  • Full UK Manual Driving Licence (held for at least 3 years, with no more than 6 points)
  • Class 2 (Category C) Licence
  • Valid CPC
  • FLT licence desirable but not essential
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible and dependable approach to work

Experience

  • Previous professional driving experience
  • Experience delivering excellent customer service
  • Warehouse, logistics, or sortation experience preferred
  • Pharmaceutical or temperature-controlled transport experience advantageous (training provided)

What We Offer

  • Overtime pay.
  • Company pension.
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • Uniform and full training provided.
  • Opportunities for progression and further training.
  • Be part of a purpose-driven team supporting the NHS and patients.

Please note

This role is subject to DBS checks, Right to Work verification, licence checks, and references. Please declare any criminal convictions at the interview stage.

Ready to Drive With Purpose?

Apply now and become part of a team that delivers more than parcels—we deliver care.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.

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