FareShare-NorthEast – Driver

FareShare North East is a charity dedicated to alleviating food poverty and reducing food waste in the North East region of England.

They redistribute surplus food to over 235 charities and community groups, reaching thousands of individuals and families each week.

Their mission includes providing essential food to those facing economic hardship, supporting vulnerable populations, and engaging the community through various initiatives, including cooking classes and volunteer opportunities.

This opportunity is for an Individual

This opportunity is based in Middlesbrough

Details

Any days – Monday to Friday approx. 8am – 1pm

Full training and PPE provided

Hot meals are available and Travel costs reimbursed

Access to our ‘Next Steps’ Employability Programme

Main duties
• Safely driving vans to deliver and collect food
• Loading and unloading food orders, planning routes and completing paperwork
• Responsibly driving the van, cleaning the van, reporting any issues or accidents
• Representing FareShare in a courteous and professional manner

Person Spec
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• 21 +
• Confidence to drive a medium-sized van
• Ability to perform physical manual handling tasks safely including loading / unloading food from the van
• Ability to complete paperwork and follow directions via Sat Nav system / map
• Adaptable and flexible; managing surplus food is unpredictable and tasks vary
• Positive, friendly and personable
• Work well in a team or independently

 

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