7.5t Van Driver

Cotteswold Dairy Ltd; Park Central; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive work environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

Cotteswold Dairy's Shropshire Depot is recruiting a 7.5T Van Driver to join the Haulage team, covering diverse routes across rural Mid Wales and urban English cities. Night shifts are available, with a 48-hour week, and a Cat C1 licence plus CPC are essential to deliver dairy products with care and precision.

You will manage stock rotation, unload deliveries, and uphold high service standards while building strong customer relationships on your routes, with independence on the road and a

Qualifications

• Cat C1 driving licence and CPC card required.
• Good physical fitness for an active role including manual handling.
• Reliable and flexible with a positive attitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and deliver dairy products to semi-retail customers across rural and urban routes.
• Maintain stock rotation and ensure accurate, timely deliveries.
• Handle multi-drop rounds and unloading with care to uphold quality standards.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and represent the company professionally.

Skills

Cat C1 CPC

Physical fitness

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

7.5T Van Driver

Join Cotteswold Dairy's Shropshire Depot

Are you a dependable, enthusiastic driver with a passion for exploring diverse routes? Cotteswold Dairy - a family-owned business with production based in Tewkesbury since 1938 - are looking for a 7.5T Driver to join our Haulage team at our Shropshire Depot. With a clean C1 licence and flexibility for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays, you'll have the unique opportunity to deliver quality dairy products across the picturesque Mid Wales landscapes and into the industrial heart of vibrant English cities.

Summary

Working Shifts: Sunday PM - Saturday AM on Night Shifts

Hours: 48 hours, five shifts per week

As a professional Driver, you'll represent Cotteswold Dairy by bringing our products to life for customers in both rural and urban settings. From the stunning Mid Wales hills to the bustling industrial areas of the Black Country, every route will bring a fresh perspective. This role involves intensive multi-drop rounds where you'll handle stock rotation, product unloading, and ensure each delivery meets our high standards. You'll work independently on the road, taking pride in your deliveries and the relationships you build with customers.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Drive safely and courteously, delivering high-quality dairy products to semi-retail customers across both scenic countryside and urban routes.
• Maintain Cotteswold Dairy's reputation for excellent service, handling each delivery with care and precision.
• Uphold stock rotation and quality standards, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Flexibly navigate varied routes and landscapes, adapting to challenges as they arise.

Working Hours

• Full-time: 48 hours per week (rostered average) with a rotating schedule across seven days, including night shifts.

What We're Looking For

• A clean UK driving licence with Cat C1 and a driver CPC card.
• Physical fitness for an active role involving manual handling.
• A positive, reliable attitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Flexibility to take on varied routes and schedules, ready for both rural and urban challenges.

Why Choose Cotteswold Dairy?

At Cotteswold Dairy, you're more than just a driver - you're part of a family-owned company that values quality, teamwork, and growth. Here's what we offer:

• Competitive pay and a supportive, friendly work environment.
• Scenic and diverse routes.
• Development opportunities and structured support to help you progress in your driving career.