Class 1 Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the food and drink wholesale sector is seeking Class 1 drivers to join their dynamic Transport Team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the safe delivery of stock to independent retailers, ensuring excellent customer service while managing physically demanding tasks. With a commitment to diversity and flexible working, this position promises opportunities for career progression and a fantastic benefits package, including discounts, health support, and a retirement savings plan. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a supportive work environment.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discounts at Tesco

Free eye tests

Health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Life Assurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Class 1 Licence Holder and Driver CPC Holder required.
• Experience with temperature-controlled food deliveries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe delivery of stock to independent retailers.
• Perform handball and manual work, including working outdoors.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Multi-drop Deliveries

Education

Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

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Booker • Basil Hill Road DIDCOT • Apply by 09-May-2025

About the role

• Overtime opportunities also available
• Fully funded CPC training hours provided

We're recruiting for Class 1 drivers to join our Transport Team at our Booker Retail Partner site. In this position, you will be responsible for the safe delivery of stock to our independent retailers' stores.

Our Class 1 jobs require handball and manual work, which can be physically demanding. This includes working outside in adverse weather conditions and handballing product at some delivery points.

What is in it for you

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

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months of service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10%, increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4-day period after every four-weekly pay day, thirteen times a year. Includes 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye tests when you spend £50 or more, with 30% savings on glasses, prescription sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover.
• An access to discounted rates on everyday purchases, including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5%, with Booker matching your contributions.
• Life Assurance - cover for death in service up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Requirements

• Class 1 Licence Holder
• Driver CPC Holder
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Experience of multi-drop; temperature-controlled food deliveries preferred but not essential
• Flexibility in work hours and routes, including short notice adjustments

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 Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centres nationwide.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are core to our values. We welcome everyone and support flexible working arrangements to accommodate different life circumstances.