7.5 Tonne Driver

Gi Group; Turves Green; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable transportation company is seeking a professional 7.5 Tonne Driver in Leamington Spa. This full-time role involves multi-drop deliveries of boxed poultry and farm produce to butchers and wholesalers. Ideal candidates will have a valid C1 driving licence, good customer service skills, and the ability to handle deliveries efficiently. The position offers a flat hourly rate and a consistent Monday to Friday schedule starting at 06:00.

Qualifications

• Valid C1 (7.5t) driving licence required.
• Previous multi-drop experience is preferred.
• Good customer service skills are essential.
• Must be physically fit and comfortable with handling boxes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for multi-drop deliveries of boxed chickens and farm produce.
• Operate a 7.5t vehicle and manage deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with tacho regulations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Physical fitness

Education

Valid C1 driving licence

Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

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.

Full-time | Monday-Friday | 06:00 start | Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food production facility supplying 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).

The Role

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 include:

• Operating a 7.5t vehicle with tail lift, electric pump truck, sack barrow or hand pump.
• Delivering farm produce to predominately butcher shops.
• Breaking down pallets and hand‑balling boxes (10‑20 boxes per customer depending on orders).
• 10‑15 drops daily; regular routes with butchers often located on the same street.
• Delivery areas include local routes as well as major towns such as London, Bradford, Birmingham and the surrounding regions.
• Occasional cash collections (approx. 10% of deliveries).
• Ensuring all tacho regulations are followed, including a 45‑minute break.

Shift Pattern & Hours

• Monday to Friday
• Start time: 06:00
• Typical finish between 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

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