3.5T Delivery Driver

Booker; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesaler in the UK is currently seeking a Delivery Driver. The role focuses on local driving, maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring timely deliveries. Ideal candidates will possess relevant driving qualifications and have a strong customer service attitude, contributing to a reputable team within a thriving company.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discount card after 3 months of service at Tesco

Insurance discounts at Tesco Bank

Free eye tests

50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Life assurance coverage

Health and wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• At least two years of driving experience.
• Previous experience in delivery driving is preferred.
• Ability to carry out manual deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Load stock into the vehicle at the branch.
• Unload at customer premises and complete paperwork.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Customer service attitude

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Education

Cat B / 3.5T Licence

Job description

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Booker • College Road (off Roman Road) Hereford • Apply by 15-May-2025

About the role

Overtime opportunities also available.

Do you want more local driving and be a valued member of a delivery team? This may be the role for you. You will enjoy a varied role driving locally as well as building relationships with our regular customers.

Our drivers are the beating heart of our business and you will play a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time and with a great service.

This is a 7-day operation; our shift patterns may include some weekend work.

What is in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and providing opportunities for career progression, we offer 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 of service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4-day period after every four-weekly pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all 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 and conditions apply.
• Free eye tests when you spend £50 or more, with 30% savings on glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving money on everyday purchases, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months of service, eligibility to join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) – save up to 5% with Booker matching your contributions.
• Life assurance coverage for death in service, up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for ensuring customers can keep their shelves stocked with the products they need. This includes loading stock into the vehicle at the branch, unloading at customer premises, and completing paperwork accurately.

Requirements

• Cat B / 3.5T Licence
• At least two years of driving experience
• Previous experience in delivery driving is 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 centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centres across the UK.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means everyone feels represented and able to be themselves at work. We welcome conversations about flexible working to support your needs throughout your application process.