Driver
Northgate Vehicle Hire
Job Description
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Reference: AUG20269051
Expiry date: 2026-09-08 08:32:00.000
Location: Dublin
Benefits: A superb range of Exclusive, Colleague only Benefits and Discounts.
Driver
Northgate Vehicle Hire Ireland - Blanchardstown, Dublin
Full-Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday
Northgate Vehicle Hire has been supplying and managing vehicles for businesses across Ireland for more than 22 years. As Ireland's leading light commercial vehicle rental provider, we continue to grow our fleet, our customer base, and our team.
We are now looking for a professional and customer-focused Driver to join our busy Blanchardstown branch.
The Role
As a Driver, you will play a vital role in keeping our operation moving. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery and collection of vehicles between Northgate branches, customer sites, suppliers, and third-party locations.
This is far more than simply driving from A to B. You will be one of the faces of Northgate, representing our business and delivering excellent customer service while helping to maximise vehicle availability across our fleet.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and collect vehicles from customers, suppliers, and Northgate locations
- Complete inter-branch vehicle transfers as required
- Ensure vehicles are moved safely, efficiently, and on time
- Carry out vehicle handovers and collections professionally
- Conduct pre- and post-movement vehicle inspections, including damage checks, fuel levels, and cleanliness standards
- Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant before movement
- Communicate effectively with customers and colleagues throughout the day
- Support the rental and workshop teams with vehicle preparation and operational requirements
- Assist with general yard duties, vehicle organisation, and parking
- Adhere to all road traffic legislation, company policies, and health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For
- Full clean Category B driving licence
- Excellent driving record and strong awareness of road safety regulations
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- Professional, reliable, and flexible approach
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Category C (Rigid) licence
- Previous experience within vehicle rental, logistics, transport, or delivery operations
- Experience driving light commercial vehicles
- Knowledge of fleet operations
Personal Attributes
- Professional and presentable
- Trustworthy and dependable
- Strong attention to detail
- Positive attitude and willingness to help
- Customer-focused approach
- Team player with a proactive mindset
What Northgate Can Offer
- Stable, long-term career with a market-leading business
- Opportunities for career progression and internal development
- Ongoing training and support
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life assurance
- Additional annual leave with service
- Opportunity for on-call work following successful completion of probation and subject to business requirements
If you're a professional driver who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and wants to join a growing business with genuine career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
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