Class 2 Driver

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

Job summary

Join a leading wholesaler as a Class 2 driver, responsible for delivering stock to independent retailers. This role offers flexible working hours and opportunities for overtime, along with comprehensive training and career progression. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts at major retailers and a retirement savings plan. If you're looking for a physically engaging job with a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Tesco colleague discount card

Free eye tests

Health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Retirement savings plan

Life Assurance coverage

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 2 Licence and Driver CPC.
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver stock to independent retailers' stores.
• Operate air-conditioned vehicles and keep CPC updated.

Skills

Customer Service

Class 2 Driving

Flexibility

Education

Driver CPC

Class 2 Licence

Job description

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Booker • Waldrist Way, Belvedere • Apply by 01-May-2025

About the role

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

We're recruiting for Class 2 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 2 jobs require handball and manual work, which can be physically demanding. This includes working outside in adverse weather conditions and handballing products at some delivery points.

Start times available: 07:00 - 11:00 & 11:00 - 15:00

Contracts up to 45 hours

What is in it for you

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

• 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 four days after every four-weekly payday, thirteen times a year. In addition, 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. You can also save 30% on glasses, prescription sunglasses, and contact lenses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving money on everyday purchases, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, you can 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 contribution.
• Life Assurance - coverage for death in service up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

• Operate air-conditioned vehicles.
• Take 30-minute paid breaks.
• Keep your CPC updated with provided training.
• Additional responsibilities to be discussed upon application.

Driver requirements

• Class 2 Licence Holder
• Driver CPC Holder
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Experience in multi-drop; temperature-controlled food deliveries preferred but not essential
• Available to work up to 45 hours a week (overtime available)
• Flexible with work routes and hours, including short-notice changes

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.