Class 2 Driver

LWC Drinks; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£2000 discretionary bonus subject toKP

50% paid quarterly after probation

50% paid November Pro‑Rata

Job summary

LWC Drinks is seeking an experienced Class 2 Driver to join the team at the Knowsley depot. This customer‑facing role blends safe, compliant driving with hands‑on delivery duties to pubs, bars and customers. You will work as part of a team and uphold a high standard of service day in, day out.

The position requires daily vehicle checks, route adherence, load handling, and accurate paperwork. A professional attitude and confidentiality are essential as is adherence to tachograph and Working Time

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Class 2 (Category C) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card.
• Good understanding of driver hours, tachograph rules, and working time regulations.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily vehicle checks and basic defect reporting to ensure the vehicle is safe and roadworthy.
• Deliver drinks to pubs, bars, and customers safely and on time, following the planned route.
• Load and unload stock using appropriate equipment (e.g. sack barrows) with manual handling involved.
• Ensure all loads are secured correctly using load restraints to prevent movement in transit.
• Check deliveries against paperwork and ensure accuracy at point of drop.
• Keep customers informed of any delivery issues, shortages, or delays.
• Complete delivery paperwork and/or handheld device tasks as required and collect payments when required.
• Work safely at all times, following company and site health & safety procedures.

Job description

Job Title: Class 2 Driver

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Reports to: Fleet Manager

Depot: Knowsley

Overview

A practical Class 2 driving role delivering to pubs, bars and customers, combining safe, compliant driving with delivery work. This is a customer-facing position suited to drivers who take pride in doing the job properly, working as part of a team, and delivering a reliable service day in, day out.

Main Duties

• Carry out daily vehicle checks and basic defect reporting to ensure the vehicle is safe and roadworthy.
• Deliver drinks to pubs, bars, and customers safely and on time, following the planned route.
• Work to depot rota requirements to ensure the required customer service and delivery.
• Load and unload stock using appropriate equipment (e.g. sack barrows) with manual handling involved.
• Ensure all loads are secured correctly using appropriate load restraints to prevent movement of stock and equipment in transit.
• Check deliveries against paperwork and ensure accuracy at point of drop.
• Collect empties (kegs, cases, gas bottles) and return them safely to site.
• Keep customers informed of any delivery issues, shortages, or delays.
• Complete delivery paperwork and/or handheld device tasks as required and collect payments when required.
• Maintain customer confidence by keeping information strictly confidential regarding premise security and operational information.
• Work safely at all times, following company and site health & safety procedures.
• Comply with driver hours, Working Time Directive Regulations, and tachograph requirements at all times.
• Support the warehouse team when needed (e.g. loading vehicles, sorting returns etc).
• Have good presentation in the correct LWC Drinks uniform at all times.

Knowledge And Experience

• Hold a valid Class 2 (Category C) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card.
• Good understanding of driver hours, tachograph rules, and working time regulations.
• Good understanding of safe loading practices, including the use of load restraint systems.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude with customers.
• Good safety practices and driving habits.
• Possess the correct driving licence required for the vehicle.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.

Please note, this role will involve regular manual handling.

Additional Information

• Mon – Fri
• Tues – Sat
• Sun - Thurs
• £2000 discretionary bonus subject to achieved KPIs.
• 50% paid quarterly after probation.
• 50% paid November Pro-rata

LWC Drinks Ltd provides licensed establishments with all their bar and sundry supplies. However, we are more than just a distributor, becoming the fastest growing privately owned drinks company in Britain, placing 24th in the Sunday Times PWC Profit Track 100. Our aim is to provide the best customer service in the industry, employing over 1,800 people, at 18 depots across the UK, with a Support Centre and Hub Distribution Centre based in Manchester