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Not sure if this is the ideal forum for this as we're not exactly fixie/SS aficionados, indeed our electric cargo bikes have an infinite number of gear ratios!
ReCharge City Couriers is a Last-Mile multidrop courier service operating several cargo bikes throughout Brighton and Hove. We provide contracted delivery and distribution services for big companies like DHL, and also local business in need of an efficient and professional logistics service.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, fit and adaptable person to join our growing team of professional bike couriers in Brighton and Hove to carry out deliveries of parcels, food and other light freight around Brighton & Hove on a part-time basis for 2-4 days per week. The job involves riding en electrically-assisted cargo bike or trike for 6-8 hours per day, planning efficient delivery routes and completing workloads of around 50-60 deliveries per day in an efficient and safe manner to tight deadlines.
The following skills and attributes are important for this role:
Excellent time management and self-organisation skills
Excellent bike handling skills and good knowledge of the highway code and road law
Knowledge of Brighton and Hove is an advantage but not essential
Efficient route planning, organisation, communication and a good manner with customers
Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving situations and solve problems quickly as they evolve as part of a team
Attention to detail and the ability to execute tasks with a high degree of precision and reliability
Previous experience as a courier or another job with critical deadlines is an advantage.
Suitable candidates will be able to commit to a minimum of 2-3 days per week on an ongoing basis with the expectation that more work will be available during busy periods.
We employ all riders on PAYE payroll with standard paid holiday allowance. Starting wages are £7.50/hr and rise to the Living Wage (currently £7.85) after an initial probation period of four months. Staff are covered by our liability insurance when riding.
If you're looking for an active and rewarding job and have a positive, problem-solving attitude to life then this could be an ideal job - please send your CV to Sam Keam at sam@rechargecargo.co.uk
More details about us at: rechargecargo.co.uk