Courier (Libraries) Hounslow, London Adecco £15.25 - Hour 56 mins ago

Gumtree; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local employment service is seeking a Library Van Driver in Hounslow to assist with the delivery and collection of items between libraries and community hubs. The role requires reliability, a clean UK driving license, and knowledge of local routes. You will work part-time, 18 hours a week, with an hourly rate of £15.25. The position includes various responsibilities, from organizing mail to ensuring vehicle compliance and safety. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented and flexible to changing business needs.

Qualifications

• Clean driving UK license required.
• Understanding of the role of libraries and localities services.
• Familiarity with LB Hounslow's Driver's Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect items from all LB Hounslow libraries and community hubs.
• Organise internal mail boxes and liaise with site staff for sorting and storage.
• Respond to ad hoc requests, such as updating noticeboards or putting up banners.
• Ensure compliance with courier timetables and select the most efficient routes.
• Report vehicle accidents or defects promptly and maintain vehicle security and cleanliness.

Skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of borough's geography

Flexibility

Job description

## DescriptionJob Title: Courier (Libraries) Location: Hounslow Hourly rate £15.25 Per Hour Contract Length: 3-month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Part Time 18 hours, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, working 9am to 4pm, including an hours lunch so could be working until 3pm ASAP Start UK Drivers License Required The Resident Experience and Localities Service at Hounslow is committed to delivering a positive, consistent, and inclusive experience for our residents. Our Localities teams play a vital role in supporting communities across the borough, managing Community Hubs and providing high-quality library services that offer access to books, learning opportunities, and community activities. About the Role We are looking for a reliable and organised Library Van Driver to support the day-to-day operations of our libraries and community hubs. You will ensure the safe custody and transfer of mail, parcels, publicity materials, and equipment between locations, following a set timetable and responding to ad hoc requests when needed. Key Responsibilities Deliver and collect items from all LB Hounslow libraries and community hubs. Organise internal mail boxes and liaise with site staff for sorting and storage. Respond to ad hoc requests, such as updating noticeboards or putting up banners. Ensure compliance with courier timetables and select the most efficient routes. Report vehicle accidents or defects promptly and maintain vehicle security and cleanliness. Wear uniform and ID at all times while on duty. About You Understanding of the role of libraries and localities services. Good knowledge of the borough's geography and routes. Familiarity with LB Hounslow's Driver's Handbook. Organised, efficient, and detail-oriented. Flexible and able to respond to changing business needs. Clean driving UK licence required. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. xjnqpsqAd ID: **5417603737**