3.5T Delivery Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated delivery drivers to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with customers and ensure timely deliveries, playing a crucial part in the company's success. With a focus on local driving, you'll enjoy varied responsibilities and the chance to build lasting relationships with regular customers. The company values its drivers, providing a supportive work environment and numerous benefits, including discounts and career progression opportunities. If you're passionate about delivering excellent service and want to be part of a thriving team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discounts at Tesco after 3 months

Free eye tests

50% off health checks

Retirement savings plan

Life assurance coverage

Health and wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of driving experience, preferably in delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive customer service attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves are stocked by loading and unloading stock.
• Complete paperwork accurately while delivering products.

Skills

Driving License (Cat B / 3.5T)

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Literacy Skills

Numeracy Skills

Manual Handling

Job description

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Booker • Rawreth Lane Rawreth Ind. estate Rayleigh • Apply by 21-May-2025

About the role

Overtime opportunities also available.

Do you want more local driving and to be a valued member of a delivery team? This role offers varied responsibilities, including local driving and building relationships with our regular customers.

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

This is a 7-day operation, and shift patterns may include 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% increasing to 15% off most Tesco purchases for four days after every pay period, 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 and 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 on the same spend.
• 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 our annual 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 annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

Ensuring customers' shelves are stocked with necessary products by loading stock at the branch and unloading at customer sites, while completing paperwork accurately.

Requirements

• Cat B / 3.5T Licence
• At least two years of driving experience
• Previous delivery driving experience 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, distribution centers, logistics sites, and support centers nationwide.

Diversity and inclusion

At Booker, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels represented and comfortable being themselves at work. We support flexible working arrangements and are open to conversations about how we can accommodate your needs throughout the application process.