Class 2 Delivery Driver

Role Overview

This role offers a great opportunity for those interested in local delivery driving and becoming a valued part of our delivery team. You will enjoy a varied workday involving local driving and strengthening relationships with regular customers. As an integral member of our business, your role is essential in ensuring timely deliveries paired with exceptional customer service. Operating on a seven-day schedule, you may be required to work shifts that include weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading stock at the branch and delivering it to customer locations, ensuring shelves remain well-stocked.
• Unloading goods at customer premises and managing accurate documentation and paperwork.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a Category C / 18-tonne (Class 2) driving license.
• A minimum of two years of driving experience, with prior delivery driving preferred.
• Capability to handle manual deliveries effectively.
• Good interpersonal skills and a positive approach to customer service.
• Competent literacy and numeracy skills.

Additional Details

• Opportunities for overtime work are available.
• Fully funded CPC training hours will be provided.

Employee Benefits

• Discount card offering 10% off purchases at Booker and access to double discount events up to three times per year.
• After three months, eligibility for a Tesco colleague discount card providing 10-15% off most Tesco items during specified periods, plus discounts at Tesco Cafe and on F&F clothing.
• Discounts on Tesco Mobile pay monthly and SIM-only deals for you, along with additional seasonal offers.
• Up to 30% savings on car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank (terms apply).
• Free eye tests with qualifying purchases and 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• Half-price health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive reduced rates on RAC breakdown cover.
• Access to discounted everyday purchases through a dedicated deals website, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Eligibility to join the Save As You Earn share scheme after three months, allowing purchase of Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan with up to 5% contribution matched by Booker.
• Life assurance with coverage of up to three times your annual salary.
• Health and wellbeing resources including a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• Generous holiday allowance.

Company Overview

Booker is the UK's foremost food and drink wholesaler, servicing independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the nation. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centres. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where all individuals feel welcomed and represented.

Work Conditions and Application Notes

• Shift patterns may include weekend hours as the operation runs seven days a week.
• Candidates must be 18 or older to work before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or in certain roles such as warehouse, beverage handling, and driving.
• Booker supports flexible working arrangements and welcomes discussions about individual needs during the application process.
• Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader, ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.
• Due to applicant volume, roles may close earlier than the stated date; individual feedback will be provided only to those interviewed.
• Booker Group operates independently from Tesco plc’s core business; benefits differ from those offered by Tesco.