Drivers Helper

JOB VACANCY

Driver Helper

Permanent / Full Time hours / Ref: DH/AM/PM/11/25

Hours: AM Shift (05:30 start) and PM Shift (3pm start) Monday-Friday

Base location: Duncrue Street, Belfast

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.

Role & 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.

Essential Criteria

• 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 Criteria

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

*Any offer of employment will be subject to successful security clearances*

**Must be able to provide documentation to confirm their eligibility to work in the UK**

What we offer!

• Competitive Hourly Rate – £12.80ph (Day shift) or £14.77ph (PM Shift)
• 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

How do you apply?

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the Company application form, outlining how you meet the criteria and email your completed application form to:  Recruitment@riverridge.co.uk

no later than 5.00pm on Wednesday 26^th November 2025

In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short-listing stage.

We are an equal opportunities employer