Class 2 Delivery Driver

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

Job summary

A leading food & drink wholesaler is seeking a delivery driver in Eastleigh, UK. You will be responsible for ensuring timely deliveries, loading and unloading products while providing excellent customer service. The role offers a varied schedule with opportunities for overtime and a comprehensive benefits package including discounts and retirement plans. Ideal candidates should hold a Cat C Licence and have at least two years of driving experience.

Benefits

10% off at Booker colleague card

Tesco colleague discount after 3 months

Health and wellbeing support

Retirement savings plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• At least two years of driving experience required.
• Delivery driving experience preferred.
• Ability to perform manual deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves are stocked with necessary products.
• Load stock into the vehicle at the branch.
• Unload stock at customer premises.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Positive customer service attitude

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Education

Cat C / 18T Licence / Class 2

Job description

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Booker • Woodside Road EASTLEIGH • Apply by 30-May-2025

About the role

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

Do you want more local driving experience and to be a valued member of a delivery team? This role offers a varied schedule, driving locally and building relationships with our regular customers.

Our drivers are vital to our business, ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time with excellent service.

This is a 7-day operation, with shift patterns that may include some weekend work.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great working environment and opportunities for career progression, along with a fantastic benefits package:

• 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% off, increasing to 15%, on most purchases at Tesco, valid for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile and other 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, with 30% savings on glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover and access to a deals website, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance providing death in service cover of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

Ensure customers' shelves are stocked with necessary products by loading stock into the vehicle at the branch and unloading at customer premises. Complete paperwork accurately.

Requirements

• Cat C / 18T Licence / Class 2
• At least two years of driving experience
• Delivery driving experience preferred
• Ability to perform manual deliveries
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive customer service attitude
• Good literacy and numeracy skills

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses nationwide. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, distribution centers, and support sites across the UK.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to Booker. We welcome everyone and support flexible working arrangements to accommodate different needs and life stages.