7.5 Tonne Driver

GI Group Main Account; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a reliable and professional 7.5 Tonne Driver for full-time work in Leamington Spa. Responsibilities include operating a 7.5t vehicle for multi-drop deliveries predominantly to butcher shops. Ideal candidates should hold a valid C1 driving licence, have customer service skills, and be physically fit for the role. Attractive salary and immediate start available for the right driver, with flat hourly rates and a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid C1 (7.5t) driving licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good customer service skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hand‑balling boxes.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 7.5t vehicle with tail lift and pump truck.
• Deliver farm produce to butcher shops.
• Complete 10–15 deliveries daily along regular routes.

Skills

Good customer service skills

Physically fit

Reliable

Punctual

Previous multi-drop experience

Job description

7.5 Tonne Driver – Permanent

Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (CV34).

Average: 50 hrs per week at £16.00 ph, c £41,000 pa.

Schedule: Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 06:00 start, immediate start available.

Role Overview

We are recruiting for a well‑established food production facility that supplies farm produce and boxed poultry to butchers throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking reliable and professional 7.5t drivers to join their delivery team based in Leamington Spa (CV34). As a 7.5t driver, you will be responsible for multi‑drop deliveries of boxed chickens and farm produce to independent butchers and wholesalers. This is a hands‑on role requiring good customer service and safe handling of goods.

Key Duties

• Operate a 7.5t vehicle with tail lift, electric pump truck, sack barrow or hand pump.
• Deliver farm produce to predominantly butcher shops.
• Break down pallets and hand‑ball boxes (10–20 per customer depending on orders).
• Complete 10–15 drops daily; regular routes often located on the same street.
• Cover local routes as well as major towns such as London, Bradford, Birmingham and surrounding regions.
• Occasional cash collections (approx. 10% of deliveries).
• Ensure all tachograph regulations are followed, including a 45‑minute break.

Shift Pattern & Hours

• Monday‑Friday
  Start time: 06:00
  Typical finish 16:00‑17:00
  Flat hourly rate for all hours worked.

Requirements

• Valid C1 (7.5t) driving licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous multi‑drop experience preferred.
• Good customer service skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hand‑balling boxes.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.