The Best Connection - Basingstoke

🚛 7.5T Driver – Temp to Perm Opportunity – Newbury 🚛

We’re currently recruiting for a reliable and experienced 7.5T Driver for a fantastic opportunity based in Newbury – with an immediate start available!

💼 The Role:

• Monday to Friday
• ⏰ 08:00 – 18:00
• Delivering stones, gravel, turf & garden furniture
• Residential & commercial deliveries
• 2 runs per day (3–5 drops per run)
• Pre-loaded vehicle – unloading required using pump trucks & tail lifts
• Hands-on role with customer interaction

💰 Pay & Benefits:

• £17.00 per hour
• Overtime rates:
– Saturdays: £25.50/hr
– Sundays: £34.00/hr
• Weekly pay

📈 After 12 Weeks (Permanent):

• Salary: £33,164.04 per year
• £50 weekly attendance bonus

✅ Requirements:

• Valid UK 7.5T (Category C1) licence
• Valid CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 1 year 7.5T driving experience
• Flexible and reliable

✨ If you’re looking for a stable driving role with great earning potential and the chance to go permanent — apply today to [email protected] for the attention of Leah.

At The Best Connection, we’re proud to offer industry-leading training and development.

With a dedicated on-site training team delivering both face-to-face and online sessions, every employee is supported with a bespoke development plan to help build their skills and shape their recruitment careers.

Interested in joining the team? 👇

Take a look at our current opportunities and start your journey with us https://thebestconnection.co.uk/

🌟 Looking for a career with a company that's stood the test of time?

The Best Connection has been a trusted name in UK recruitment for over 35 years - and we're still growing. When you join TBC, you're joining a stable, established business with real long-term career opportunities. 💼

Whether you're starting out or looking for your next big move, we'd love to hear from you.

🔗 Explore careers and why you should choose us: https://thebestconnection.co.uk/why-choose-us/

Morning!

Did You Know? 🌟

The Best Connection has over 80 branches across the UK!

With more than 30 years of experience, we’re proud to connect people with exciting job opportunities every day.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to grow, there’s a role for you 💼✨

Reach out to the Basingstoke branch [email protected]

🚨 Warehouse Operative / FLT – Thatcham 🚨

📍 Location: Thatcham, Berkshire
💷 Pay: £13.19 per hour | Overtime £19.79 per hour
🕒 Hours: Monday – Friday, 12:00 – 20:00
📅 Start: Immediate Start Available
📄 Job Type: Full-time | Ongoing Opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative / FLT to join one of our valued clients based in Thatcham. This is a fantastic ongoing opportunity offering stable hours and the chance to join a friendly, supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:
• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
• General warehouse duties including loading, unloading, picking and packing
• Stock replenishment and goods-in/goods-out handling
• Maintaining a clean and organised warehouse environment
• Following all health and safety procedures

What We’re Looking For:
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is preferred (but not essential)
• Previous warehouse experience
• Good level of physical fitness (manual handling involved)
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic

This role offers consistent hours, ongoing work, and a great team environment.

📩 If you meet the criteria and are available to start immediately, we’d love to hear from you.
Send us a message or apply today!

🐣 Looking for Work this Easter?

With Easter just around the corner, many businesses are gearing up for a busy period and looking for extra support. That means more job opportunities are becoming available across a range of industries. 👀

At The Best Connection, we’re recruiting now for roles including:
📦 Warehouse & logistics
🚚 Driving & delivery
🏭 Production & manufacturing
💼 Office & commercial support

Whether you’re looking to earn extra income, gain experience or find your next opportunity, our teams are here to help you get started. 🤝

👉 Browse our latest vacancies today at www.thebestconnection.co.uk/jobs

🚐 Van Driver – Alton – £34,000 per year – Immediate Start

We are currently recruiting for a Van Driver on behalf of a well-established drainage materials supplier based in Alton. This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for a reliable driver who enjoys working independently and delivering essential materials to building sites across the region.

Role Overview;

• Driving a flatbed van delivering drainage materials
• Completing 6–10 long-distance deliveries per day
• Delivering to new development building sites
• Securing loads using ratchet straps
• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and on time
• Maintaining a professional and helpful attitude on site
• Full training provided

Working Hours;

📅 Monday – Friday
⏰ 07:00 – 17:00
🍴 1-hour lunch
🕒 45-hour working week

Pay;

💷 £14.53 per hour (£34,000 per annum)
💷 Weekly pay
📄 12-week temporary period
✅ Temp to Perm opportunity

Requirements;

✔ Full UK Driving Licence
✔ Previous van driving experience
✔ Confidence with long-distance driving
✔ Experience using ratchet straps to secure loads
✔ Good understanding of safe loading and delivery practices
✔ Reliable and professional work ethic

📩 If you’re a dependable Van Driver looking for a stable opportunity with an immediate start – apply today by sending your CV to [email protected]

🚛 Class 2 HGV Driver – Basingstoke
💷 Salary: £44,189.05 per year (approx. £17.70 per hour)

We’re recruiting reliable and professional Class 2 HGV Drivers to join a well-established logistics operation in Basingstoke. This is a fantastic opportunity offering day shifts, great pay, and a clear temp-to-perm pathway.

Shift Pattern:
🔹 Rolling rota – 5 on 2 off / 4 on 2 off / 4 on 2 off
🔹 Start times from 05:00

Your Role:
✔ Drive a Class 2 (Category C) vehicle delivering goods across the UK
✔ Complete multi-drop deliveries to customers’ homes
✔ Work as part of a two-person crew handling heavy goods
✔ Safely load and unload vehicles
✔ Conduct vehicle safety checks before and after shifts
✔ Provide excellent customer service during deliveries

What You’ll Need:
✅ Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) licence
✅ Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
✅ A strong work ethic and customer-focused attitude
✅ Previous experience is beneficial, but new drivers are welcome

Why Join?
⭐ Temp-to-perm opportunity with a respected logistics partner
⭐ Flexible shift patterns – including weekend work
⭐ Supportive team & structured operations
⭐ Long-term career progression

📩 Speak to Toby or Leah in branch to secure your place on the next induction!

🌟 Why Choose The Best Connection?

If you're looking for more than just a job in recruitment, you're in the right place. ✅

For over 35 years, we've been connecting people with work across the UK — and that same people-first approach applies to our own team. As an employee-owned business, we believe success should be shared, career progression should be clear, and support should be genuine.

Here’s what sets us apart:

🏆 35+ years of industry expertise
🤝 Employee-owned culture built on shared success
🎓 Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ apprenticeship and training provision
🌱 Clear career progression pathways
💚 Inclusive, supportive, and wellbeing-focused workplace
🌍 Committed to community impact and responsible business

Reach out to the Basingstoke branch today on 01256 898 186 / [email protected] 😊

📦 Looking for your next role in warehouse or production?

We are recruiting reliable, hardworking people for a range of warehouse and production roles across the UK. Whether you have previous experience or are looking to get started in a hands on environment, we want to hear from you. 💪

Roles can include:
✔ Picking and packing
✔ Order processing
✔ Production line work
✔ Quality checking
✔ Goods in and despatch
✔ FLT driving

With competitive rates of pay, flexible shifts and ongoing opportunities, we are here to help you find work that fits around you. ✅

🔗 Discover a local role today at www.thebestconnection.co.uk/jobs

📈 Temporary Work. Permanent Possibilities.

Did you know that many of our workers have used temporary roles to gain new skills, build experience, and land permanent positions? ✅

A temp role with TBC isn't just a stopgap - it could be the start of something bigger.👏

🔗 Find your next step today at www.thebestconnection.co.uk/jobs