Class 1 Driver

Booker; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail partner in Wellingborough is seeking Class 1 drivers to join the Transport Team. The role involves the safe delivery of stock to independent retailers, requiring a valid Class 1 Licence and excellent customer service skills. Candidates should be flexible to work varying routes and hours. Overtime opportunities are available, along with fully funded CPC training. Benefits include discounts and a comprehensive holiday package.

Benefits

Colleague discount card

Retirement savings plan

Health and wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class 1 Licence.
• Driver CPC qualification is essential.
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver stock safely and efficiently to designated locations.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to safety standards.
• Handle products at delivery points, often outdoors.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Flexibility to work varying routes

Manual handling

Education

Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC qualification

Job description

What's in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work with opportunities for career progression, along with the following benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off 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 purchases at Tesco for four days after each pay day, thirteen times a year, plus 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 apply.
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, and 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounted rates on RAC breakdown cover.
• An discounts website with savings on everyday purchases and a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance coverage for death in service of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

About the role

• Overtime opportunities are available.
• Fully funded CPC training hours are provided.

We are recruiting Class 1 drivers for our Transport Team at the Booker Retail Partner site. Your responsibilities will include the safe delivery of stock to independent retailers' stores.

This role involves manual handling and can be physically demanding, including working outdoors in various weather conditions and handballing products at delivery points.

Responsibilities

Deliver stock safely and efficiently to designated locations, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to safety standards.

Requirements

• Class 1 Licence
• Driver CPC qualification
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries; temperature-controlled food delivery experience is preferred but not essential
• Flexibility to work varying routes and hours, often at short notice