Delivery Driver 7.5T

Nexon Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 31,341 - 38,306; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

33 days holiday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Death in Service benefit

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Nexon Group is seeking a dedicated Multi-drop Delivery Driver (7.5T) based at our Crawley Depot. This full-time role requires driving safely while delivering high-quality service and also involves some warehouse duties.

Ideal candidates will possess a full 7.5T driving licence and have previous delivery experience. The position offers a salary of £34,824 per annum, alongside various benefits including paid breaks, pension scheme, and health-related welfare perks.

Qualifications

• Must possess a full 7.5T driving licence with no more than three penalty points.
• Previous warehouse delivery experience is preferred.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely while complying with all driving laws and regulations.
• Keep accurate records of deliveries and customer authorizations.
• Maintain the company vehicle and perform pre- and post-driving checks.

Skills

Full 7.5T driving licence (C1)

Driver CPC qualification

Digital tachograph card

Excellent verbal communication skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Good knowledge of the road network

Job description

At Blueleaf, we’re passionate about supporting those who care for others. We work closely with our customers in the care sector to provide high-quality care home products, consumables, and furniture that truly make a difference.

Role Overview

Blueleaf is looking to recruit a Multi‑drop Delivery Driver (7.5T) to join our team at our distribution centre in Crawley, West Sussex. As the face of the company, the ideal candidate will bring positivity and a passion for delivering quality service to our customers. The role also involves assisting in warehouse duties as required.

This is a permanent full‑time role, working 45 hours a week, Monday to Friday, from 05:00 am to 02:00 pm. Immediate start available.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep accurate records of deliveries and customer authorisation, and ensure all documentation is submitted to management on time.
• Use the mobile link system for EPOD (electronic POD) for all deliveries.
• Properly use and maintain all delivery equipment.
• Lift heavy products or parcels when required.
• Drive safely and comply with all driving laws and regulations to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Keep the company vehicle clean, well‑maintained, and fit for safe driving standards at all times.
• Carry out pre‑ and post‑driving vehicle checks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory breaks and other tachograph rules.
• Follow the pre‑planned route accurately unless authorised to deviate by line manager or planners.
• Communicate with customers by phone to update them on delivery times if there are any issues or changes to their estimated time of arrival.
• Maintain communication with management regarding any issues or changes to delivery, route or schedule.
• Inform management of obstructions that may affect safe and efficient deliveries.
• Record and monitor all customer orders and collection notes.
• Use correct procedures for all customer delivery/collection discrepancies, such as shortages or overs, and advise the relevant department contacts.
• Operate safely in compliance with all health and safety and environmental regulations, and wear the safety equipment provided by the company.
• Ensure that all customer orders are picked, packed, checked, and dispatched either by courier or loaded on delivery vehicles in a timely manner to required standards, with appropriate paperwork completed.
• Assist with goods‑in and replenishment of pick faces, ensuring all goods are stored in the appropriate location.
• Maintain a clean and tidy warehouse and yard to aid operational efficiency, promptly clear spillages, and minimise waste.
• Perform general warehouse duties when required.
• Make recommendations to improve efficiency and add value.

Experience & Qualities

• Full 7.5T driving licence (C1) with no more than three penalty points.
• Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital tachograph card.
• Previous warehouse delivery experience.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritise workload.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work and information.
• Team spirit and willingness to participate as a full member of the team.
• Passion for delivering quality service and making customers happy.
• Basic understanding of warehouse picking, checking, loading, and dispatch processes.
• Good knowledge of the road network and geography.

Benefits

Salary of £34,824 per annum, paid breaks, and 33 days holiday inclusive of bank and public holidays. Eligibility for a discretionary bonus scheme. Welfare benefits include auto‑enrolment into the pension scheme, Death in Service benefit, access to the Medicash scheme for cash back on healthcare bills, and a wide range of wellbeing benefits, such as an employee assistance program.

Location

Crawley Depot, West Sussex.

Blueleaf is an equal opportunities employer.