Class 2 Driver

Booker; Royton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Tesco discount, 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks

20% discount on F&F clothing

10% discount at Tesco Café

10% Booker discount

Pizza Hut: 25% discount after 3 pm

25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Exclusive deals and discounts

29 days holiday pro rata

Job summary

Booker is seeking an LGV Driver in Royton to deliver products to customers while ensuring compliance with safety standards and legislation. This role involves manual handling and multitasking on deliveries across the UK.

The successful candidate will enjoy a range of benefits including discounts at Tesco and Pizza Hut, a contributory pension, and a great holiday package. Join Booker, the leading food and drink wholesaler in the UK, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Current LGV Class 2 driving licence required.
• Valid CPC card necessary for the role.
• Applications from newly qualified drivers are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers on time and intact.
• Complete delivery documentation accurately.
• Adhere to driving legislation and safety procedures.
• Maintain the LGV vehicle and complete safety checks.

Skills

LGV Class 2 driving licence

Valid CPC card

Manual handling

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

We operate the UK’s ONLY flexible multi‑temp, shared customer delivery logistics network. We buy, warehouse, pick and distribute products to the nation’s best loved food and drink brands every single day and provide the best experience to our customers.

Our LGV Drivers are the face of our organisation, leaving a positive impression on all customers. The role involves manual handling and multi‑drop deliveries requiring confidence to drive and deliver to various outlets throughout the UK.

Working Hours

48 hours per week which may include Saturdays and public holidays.

Potential overtime available.

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers intact, on time and in full as per the delivery schedule.
• Complete documentation such as delivery notes, credits, and collections.
• Adhere to all driving legislation and working time regulations.
• Follow health and safety procedures and be responsible for own and others’ health and safety.
• Fully comply with food safety legislation and chill chain standards.
• Ensure LGV is maintained and safe, e.g., safety checks and completion of defect book.
• Collect all empty equipment from the customer.
• Cooperate fully with the driver debrief procedure and undertake any other duties as directed by Shift Management.

Qualifications

Current LGV Class 2 driving licence and a valid CPC card. Applications from newly qualified drivers welcome.

Benefits

• 10% Tesco discount, 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks.
• 20% discount on F&F clothing.
• 10% discount at Tesco Café.
• 10% Booker discount.
• Pizza Hut: 25% discount after 3 pm (excludes buffet and deals).
• 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants.
• Contributory pension.
• 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; 3 years if you join the pension scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support including 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and virtual GP.
• Exclusive deals and discounts website, including cinema vouchers and cycle to work scheme.
• Great holiday package – 29 days pro rata.

About the Company

Booker is the UK’s leading food and drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers and small businesses. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites and 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are key; we welcome conversations about flexible working.

Equality and Inclusion

Booker is a Disability Confident committed leader and is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For accessibility support, contact [e-mail].

Legal Notice

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in warehouses, beer, wine & spirits, and driving roles.

When high volumes of applications occur, some roles may close earlier than advertised. We will only offer individual feedback to candidates who attend an interview.