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Job Description:
Healthcare Delivery Driver (Multi-Drop)
Join Polar Speed, a UPS company, and help deliver essential healthcare products to the people and services that need them most.
Location: Polar Speed Distribution Ltd, Unit 4 Kenn Court Business Centre, Hengrove Way, Bristol, BS4 1UL
Salary:
£13.04 per hour
Hours:
Full time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
Deliver Essential Healthcare. Make a Difference Every Day.
Polar Speed, a UPS company, is a trusted provider of temperature-sensitive healthcare and pharmaceutical logistics across the UK.
Every day, our teams help ensure that vital medicines, healthcare products, and treatments are delivered safely and on time to hospitals, pharmacies, GP surgeries, healthcare providers, and patients in their own homes.
We are looking for a reliable, professional, and customer-focused
Healthcare Delivery Driver (Multi-Drop)
to join our Bristol team. This is more than a typical driving role: every delivery supports patient care and helps healthcare services run smoothly.
About Polar Speed
Polar Speed has earned a strong reputation for quality, compliance, innovation, and customer service within the healthcare logistics sector.
We specialise in temperature-controlled deliveries for some of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, supporting healthcare providers and patients throughout the UK.
The Role As a Healthcare Delivery Driver (Multi-Drop) , you will be responsible for collecting and delivering temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical and healthcare products across multiple locations on a daily route. You will deliver to a variety of customers, including: Hospitals GP surgeries Retail pharmacies Pharmaceutical wholesalers Healthcare facilities Patients at home This is a customer-facing role that requires professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional service experience.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and collect healthcare and pharmaceutical products safely and efficiently.
Manage a multi-drop route while maintaining excellent service standards.
Scan and track consignments accurately.
Complete daily vehicle and refrigeration unit safety checks.
Ensure products remain within the required temperature range during transportation.
Accurately capture delivery information using handheld technology.
Complete driver manifests and required documentation.
Communicate effectively with operational teams and customers.
Maintain compliance with company procedures, healthcare regulations, and road safety requirements.
Present a professional and courteous image at all times.
What We’re Looking For :
Essential Requirements
Minimum of 2 years' driving experience.
Full UK Category B Driving Licence.
Ideally no more than 3 penalty points.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively.
Professional, reliable, and safety-focused approach.
Desirable Experience
Previous multi-drop delivery experience.
Experience working in healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical, or logistics environments.
Experience in a customer-facing role.
Working Hours
This role is contracted at
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
.
Due to the nature of healthcare logistics, flexibility is essential. Additional hours may be required to support urgent and time-critical medical deliveries.
Drivers can typically expect to work between
48 and 52 hours per week
, depending on operational requirements.
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay
28 days holiday including bank holidays
Increasing to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) after six full holiday years
Company pension scheme
UPS Perks at Work employee discount programme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Stable employment with a market-leading healthcare logistics provider
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day
Additional Information
As this role involves the transportation of pharmaceutical and healthcare products, successful applicants will be required to undergo an
Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
.
Why Join Polar Speed?
At Polar Speed, every delivery matters.
Whether you are delivering critical medicines to a hospital, supporting a local pharmacy, or making a home delivery to a patient, your work helps ensure essential healthcare reaches the people who need it most.
Join Polar Speed and become part of a trusted team delivering healthcare where it matters most.
Employee Type:
Permanent
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