18T Delivery Driver

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Delivery Driver to join their team. This role offers a great opportunity for local driving while building relationships with regular customers. You will work 45 hours a week on a flexible schedule, ensuring timely deliveries and excellent service. With competitive benefits including discounts, health support, and career progression opportunities, this position is ideal for those passionate about driving and customer service. Join a company committed to diversity and flexible working arrangements, making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discounts at Tesco

Free eye tests

Health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Retirement savings plan

Life assurance cover

Health and wellbeing support

Competitive holiday package

Qualifications

• At least two years of driving experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer service attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves are stocked with the products they need.
• Load stock into the vehicle and unload at customer premises.

Skills

Cat C / 18T Licence

Driving experience

Customer service skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Job description

Job Title: Delivery Driver

Location: Booker, 193 Gosbecks Road, Colchester

Application Deadline: 21-May-2025

About the role

• Overtime opportunities available
• Fully funded CPC training hours provided

Are you interested in local driving and being a valued member of a delivery team? This role involves working 45 hours per week, with a varied schedule that includes local driving and building relationships with our regular customers.

Our drivers are essential to our business, ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time and with excellent service. The role operates on an 'Any 5 from 7' contract, including some weekend work.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great working environment and opportunities for career progression, along with the following benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% off, increasing to 15% during a 4-day period after each pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% at Tesco Cafe and 20% on F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus other deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank (terms apply).
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• Access to a deals website for everyday savings, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life assurance cover of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• Competitive holiday package.

Responsibilities

Ensure customers' shelves are stocked with the products they need. Load stock into the vehicle at the branch and unload at customer premises. Complete paperwork accurately.

Requirements

• Cat C / 18T Licence
• At least two years of driving experience
• Previous delivery driving experience preferred
• Ability to carry out manual deliveries
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer service attitude
• Good literacy and numeracy skills

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses nationwide. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centers, five Best Food Logistics sites, and support centers across the UK.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) ensures everyone feels represented and able to be themselves at work. We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate different life situations.