Casual Driver

Casual Driver / Valeter

Salary: £13.17 per hour + holiday pay

Working Hours: Flexible

Are you ready to hit the road with us? We’re not just a delivery service - we're the team that keeps people and businesses moving. As a Casual Driver/Valeter , you’ll help bring our award-winning service right to our customers doors.

But here's the game-changer - we understand that life happens outside of work. Being a Casual Driver with Northgate offers flexible earning opportunities, making it a great alternative to traditional full-time or part-time driver roles, temp jobs, or seasonal work.

No prior experience is required to join us - just bring a ‘can-do’ attitude, confidence to deliver with a smile, and, of course, a full UK or EU driving licence.

Life as a Driver/Valeter with Northgate

With hours offered on a casual, ad-hoc basis to meet our business needs, your day will be a dynamic mix of driving, customer interaction and hands-on work. You’ll be supporting the logistics of delivering and collecting vehicles, often liaising with customers in a professional and friendly manner, while ensuring each vehicle meets our high standards through valeting and preparation. And when you need support, not only will you have an Northgate colleague by your side, but there’s also a fantastic team back at your branch to help out.

Why Choose Northgate

Maybe you're already a driver looking to top up your income around another job, study, or family commitments, however, our Casual Drivers/Valeter come from all walks of life, setting their own schedules to suit their lifestyle.

With over 50 sites nationwide Northgate are the go-to provider for bespoke accident claims and mobility services for motorists, we're trusted by some of the UK’s best known motor insurers and motoring brands to help their customers when they need it most.

We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.

We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.

Keep your career moving, smarter.

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