Class 2 Driver

Directive Communication International; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Class 2 Driver to deliver stock to customers in Blackburn. This role involves driving lorries, supporting warehouse operations, and maintaining customer relationships while abiding by health and safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including product allowances and a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

Product allowance

Company bonus scheme

Life Assurance

Access to 24/7 GP services

Company pension contribution

Generous holiday

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 Drivers Licence with CPC.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the Highway Code and driving legislation.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Driving lorries up to 26 tonnes to deliver stock.
• Supporting loading/unloading of stock with the Warehouse team.
• Building relationships with customers and departments.

Skills

Customer service

Manual handling

Knowledge of local region

Education

Class 2 Drivers Licence

CPC Drivers Card

Job description

Class 2 Driver

Blackburn, BB1 2PT

Permanent

48 Hours per week. Working predominately on a Monday to Friday basis however flexibility required to work in 5 days in a 7 day period. Start times to vary between 4am and 9am.

Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

·Product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic choices

·Company bonus scheme

·Life Assurance

·Access to 24/7 GP services

·Company pension contribution

·Generous holiday

·Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Ice Tea and Rockstar Energy.

With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 6 production facilities and 16 logistics depot’s servicing customers up and down the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains, and that is ensuring our people succeed.

If you are interested in joining our journey, we are now recruiting for a Class 2 Driver. Reporting to the Transport Manager this role will play a key part of our success journey, and you will have the opportunity to be involved in the following:

Role Responsibilities:

·Driving lorries up to 26 tonnes, delivering stock to our customers.

·Supporting the Driver’s Mates and Warehouse team in loading/unloading stock.

·Building brilliant working relationships with your customers and other departments.

·Using your knowledge of the local region to safely deliver on-time.

·Holding health and safety at the forefront of all processes.

Experience and Key Attributes:

·A current and valid Class 2 Drivers Licence and CPC Drivers Card.

·Up to date knowledge of the Highway Code and driving (health and safety) legislation.

·Knowledge of local region.

·Customer service

·Manual handling experience and/or training desirable, however full training will be provided during induction.

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual history’s, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.

Interested in finding out more? Apply today and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch!

Application Process:

We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible.
We look forward to receiving your application.