3.5T Delivery Driver

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic delivery team, with a focus on local driving. The job entails various tasks including delivering goods to customers on time and providing excellent customer service, fostering strong relationships with regular clients. The role operates within a 7-day framework, which may involve weekend shifts. Overtime possibilities are available.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves are continuously stocked by transporting products from the branch to customer locations.
• Load goods into the delivery vehicle and unload them at customer premises carefully.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and delivery documentation.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a Category B / 3.5T driving license.
• Minimum of two years driving experience, with delivery driving experience preferred.
• Capability to perform manual deliveries involving physical effort.
• Strong communication skills paired with a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Booker colleague card offering 10% discount on purchases and access to up to three double discount events annually.
• After three months, eligibility for a Tesco colleague discount card granting 10-15% off most Tesco products during special periods and discounts on Tesco Cafe and F&F items.
• Monthly 10% discount on Tesco Mobile pay monthly & SIM-only deals plus additional yearly promotions.
• Access to up to 30% discounts on car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank, subject to terms.
• Complimentary eye test with £50+ spend and a 30% discount on glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• Half-price health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounted rates for RAC breakdown cover.
• Access to a deals and discounts website, including a cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunity to join the Save As You Earn share scheme after three months, allowing discounted Tesco share purchases.
• Retirement savings plan with the option to contribute up to 5% matched by Booker.
• Life Assurance coverage providing death in service benefits up to three times the annual salary.
• Health and wellbeing support including a confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for employees and their families.
• Generous holiday entitlement.

Additional Information

Booker is the leading UK food and drink wholesaler, supporting independent retailers and small businesses nationwide. The company operates numerous locations including cash and carry branches, distribution centers, and support offices. Booker values diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and supported. Flexible working discussions are encouraged to accommodate various life stages. The company is recognized as a Disability Confident Committed Leader, dedicated to inclusive recruitment processes.

Candidates must be over 18 when working early morning, late night, or in specific departments such as warehouse or alcohol-related areas. High applicant volumes may lead to earlier closing of some job postings. Feedback is provided only to interviewed applicants.

Note: Booker Group is part of Tesco plc but operates separately; thus, benefits differ from those of Tesco.