3.5T Delivery Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the food and drink wholesale sector is looking for dedicated delivery drivers to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for local driving experience while ensuring that customers receive their deliveries on time. You will be part of a valued delivery team, working a varied schedule that includes weekends. The company offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including discounts at major retailers, a retirement savings plan, and comprehensive health support. If you have a passion for customer service and driving, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

10% off at Booker

Tesco colleague discount card

30% off car insurance

Free eye tests

50% off health checks

Retirement savings plan

Life Assurance coverage

Health and Wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of driving experience with a Cat B licence.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Literacy Skills

Numeracy Skills

Driving Experience

Education

Cat B / 3.5T Licence

Job description

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Booker • Osney Mead Ind. Est. Ferry Hinksey Road OXFORD • Apply by 06-May-2025

About the Role

Overtime opportunities also available.

Do you want more local driving experience and to be a valued member of a delivery team? This role involves working 45 hours per week, with a varied schedule including local driving and building relationships with our regular customers.

Our drivers are the heart of our business, playing a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time with excellent service.

The contract is “Any 5 from 7,” which includes some weekend work.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work and opportunities for career growth, along with a fantastic benefits package:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off 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%, on most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year. Also, 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 apply.
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% savings on glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover and access to a deals website with savings on everyday purchases, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join the Save As You Earn share scheme at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance coverage for death in service, up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

Ensuring customers’ shelves are stocked with necessary products. Loading stock into the vehicle at the branch and unloading at customer premises. Completing paperwork accurately.

Minimum Requirements

• Cat B / 3.5T Licence
• At least two years of driving experience
• Experience in delivery driving preferred
• Ability to carry out manual deliveries
• Excellent interpersonal skills and 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 across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five logistics sites, and support centres nationwide.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves. We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate life's different needs.