Join a company that’s making a real difference in the healthcare sector. If you’re reliable, safety focused and want to play a vital role in medicine distribution, they want to hear from you.
Delivery Driver – Medication Distribution (Healthcare Logistics)
Location: Satellite Dispensary – Dudley DY6, West Midlands
Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm (Monday–Friday)
Breaks: 1‑hour unpaid lunch break
Contract Type: Full‑time and Part‑time available
Salary: £12.71 to start with uplift depending on experience
Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.
Role Purpose
The Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and compliant delivery of medicines and healthcare products to registered customers. This role plays a key part in supporting patient care by ensuring all deliveries are completed in line with Good Distribution Practice (GDP), legal requirements, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Transport & Delivery
- Deliver medicines and healthcare products safely and in line with GDP standards
- Handle controlled drugs and sensitive items securely and compliantly
- Ensure accurate documentation, signatures, and full audit trail for all deliveries
- Load and check parcels against delivery routes to ensure accuracy
- Return undelivered or rejected items in line with procedures
Vehicle & Route Management
- Plan and follow efficient delivery routes to meet scheduled times
- Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly
- Maintain a clean, secure, and roadworthy vehicle at all times
- Support basic vehicle care and maintenance reporting
Compliance & Governance
- Follow all SOPs relating to medicines transport, including cold chain requirements
- Adhere to GDP standards, transport regulations, and health & safety procedures
- Maintain confidentiality and patient safety at all times
- Report delays, incidents, or discrepancies immediately
Communication & Teamwork
- Communicate professionally with customers, pharmacy teams, and internal staff
- Provide updates on delivery progress or any issues encountered
- Support wider operations when required, including loading and route preparation
- Contribute to continuous improvement and compliance feedback
Person Specification
Essential
- Full UK driving licence with a clean record
- Must live within a 10 mile radius of DY6
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-focused
- Ability to handle medicines safely and follow strict procedures
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and follow SOPs
Desirable
- Experience in pharmaceutical delivery, healthcare logistics, or courier work
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
- Understanding of controlled drugs handling and cold chain processes
- Familiarity with NHS or healthcare environments
Additional Information
- Full training provided, including GDP and compliance procedures
- Role involves manual handling and lifting of parcels
- DBS check may be required depending on client requirements
- Opportunities to support continuous improvement within operations
How to apply
If you have the skills and experience required for this role, click “apply” today. Please check your inbox for further instructions on how to complete your application and submit any supporting documents.
No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include:
Delivery Driver, Pharmaceutical Courier, Medical Driver, Logistics Operative, Multi-Drop Driver, Transport Technician, Warehouse Operative, Healthcare Logistics Assistant, Controlled Drugs Driver, NHS Delivery Driver
