Delivery Driver

Hovis Bakeries; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Employer pension contribution

Extra Slice benefits

Electric Car scheme

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Charitable payroll giving

Job summary

Hovis Bakeries in Glasgow is seeking Class C Delivery Drivers to join the Glasgow Depot team. You will deliver bakery products to customers across Glasgow and surrounding areas, carrying out multi-drop deliveries and vehicle checks.

The role offers a 3:00am start, an average 45.5-hour week, and a rota of 5 days in 7 with weekend work. Competitive salary £37,840 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid Class C (Category C) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Commitment to safe and responsible driving.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work a 3:00am start and the advertised shift pattern.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of the depot team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out multi-drop deliveries to customer locations.
• Completing vehicle checks before starting your route.
• Loading and unloading products safely as required.
• Following road safety, transport and company procedures.
• Providing a friendly and professional service to our customers.
• Working closely with the wider depot and transport team.
• Taking care of your vehicle and reporting any issues promptly.

Skills

Class C driving licence

Driver CPC

Safe and responsible driving

Customer-focused approach

3:00am start capability

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Career Opportunities: Delivery Driver (4215)

Location: Glasgow Depot
Salary: £37,840 per year
Hours: Average 45.5 hours per week
Shift: 3:00am start
Working Pattern: 5 days over 7, including weekends on a rota

Join Hovis Bakeries as a Class C Delivery Driver

Are you looking for a driving role where you can be part of a supportive team, deliver products people know and love, and work for a business that puts safety first?

We're looking for Class C Delivery Drivers to join our team at our Glasgow Depot, delivering our bakery products to customers across Glasgow and the surrounding areas.

Whether you already have multi-drop experience or are newly qualified and looking for an opportunity to build your experience, we'd be pleased to hear from you.

The Role

As a Class C Delivery Driver, you'll play an important part in making sure our products reach our customers safely, on time and with great service.

Your role will include:

• Carrying out multi-drop deliveries to customer locations
• Completing vehicle checks before starting your route
• Loading and unloading products safely as required
• Following road safety, transport and company procedures
• Providing a friendly and professional service to our customers
• Working closely with the wider depot and transport team
• Taking care of your vehicle and reporting any issues promptly

Our drivers typically work5 days over 7, including weekends on a rota, with a 3:00am start and an average working week of 45.5 hours.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll need:

• A valid Class C (Category C) driving licence
• A valid Driver CPC
• A commitment to safe and responsible driving
• A customer-focused approach
• The ability to work a 3:00am start and the advertised shift pattern
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of the wider depot team

Multi-drop delivery experience is helpful but isn't essential. Newly qualified Class C drivers are welcome to apply, and we'll provide a full induction and support to help you get started.

What We Offer

Alongside a salary of£37,840 per year, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• 33 days' annual leave
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution, including Life Assurance
• Extra Slice benefits - discounts and savings across hundreds of retailers
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options, where operationally possible
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for financial, legal and personal matters
• Opportunities to learn, develop and progress within Hovis Bakeries
• Opportunities to support our charitable partnerships and payroll giving

Why Hovis Bakeries?

You'll be joining a business behind some of the UK's best-known bakery brands, including Hovis, Kingsmill, Allinson's and Sunblest.

We want everyone who works with us to feel valued and able to contribute. Our values - Aim High, Work Together, I Do What I Say and Everybody Matters - guide how we work together every day.

For our drivers, that means putting safety first, supporting one another and taking pride in providing a reliable service to our customers.

Ready to Join Us?

If you have a Class C licence and are looking for your next driving opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect.