Delivery Driver - Purfleet

TN United Kingdom; Tilbury; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics company where you can enjoy a dynamic work environment while delivering quality goods. This role offers flexible working patterns, competitive pay, and numerous perks tailored to your lifestyle. With no previous experience required, you will receive comprehensive training and support to thrive in a customer-facing position. Enjoy the benefits of paid breaks, a company pension, and opportunities for career progression. If you're ready to make a difference and bring smiles to customers' faces, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company pension up to 7% matched contributions

Digital health and wellbeing service

High street shopping discounts

Life insurance coverage

15% off weekly shop

Voluntary benefits like dental insurance

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• No previous experience is necessary; training will be provided.
• Must have a full UK or EU driving licence with minimum 6 months experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality goods on time and efficiently.
• Interact with customers and ensure a positive experience.

Skills

Good communication skills

Positive attitude

Job description

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Love being on the move and interacting with people from all walks of life? Proud to deliver quality goods on time and put a smile on thousands of faces every week?

Join Ocado Logistics where there are bags of possibilities.

It's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience. Our Customer Service Team Members play a vital role in delivering top quality products on time and efficiently, even though others might call you delivery drivers.

You’ll be out on the road whatever the weather, but you can enjoy your music freely, and our automated technology helps plan your route and load your van!

Our flexible working patterns include evenings and weekends, in addition to weekdays. On top of your base pay, you will receive premiums that increase your average hourly earnings to £13.75 per hour. You can also boost your earnings further with overtime for special occasions!

All your paid breaks mean you earn for every minute at work, which is a great benefit!

Shifts may vary, but more details are provided below to help you understand what to expect.

We prioritize a safe working environment and offer various perks tailored to your lifestyle, including:

• Company pension of up to 7% matched contributions after 3 months
• An enhanced digital health and wellbeing service, including virtual GP appointments for you and your dependents
• High street shopping, entertainment, and restaurant discounts
• Life insurance coverage from day one
• 15% off your weekly shop
• Additional voluntary benefits like dental and travel insurance at discounted prices
• Opportunities for career progression, with 87% of salaried roles filled internally

What do we need from you?

No previous experience is necessary—just bring a positive attitude, and our training team will support you!

Driving Licence Requirements:

• Full UK or EU driving licence
• Minimum of 6 months driving experience
• Maximum of 6 penalty points
• No driving disqualifications in the past 5 years

Some deliveries may involve handling alcohol, so applicants must be over 18.

Good communication skills are essential, as this is a customer-facing role.

How to apply:

• Complete an online application—no CV needed!
• Our recruitment team will conduct an online licence check and right to work verification
• You'll be invited to tour the site and meet the team for questions
• A DBS check will be performed
• After completing all checks, you will be offered the role and begin your career with Ocado Logistics!

Contract Details:

• Type: Permanent
• Hours: 40 hours/week, including paid breaks
• Schedule: Any 5 days out of 7, with 8-hour shifts. Further info provided during pre-boarding.
• Shifts: AM & PM, starting as early as 5:30 am and ending as late as 12:00 midnight. Shift rota provided up to 13 weeks in advance.

Pay Structure: Lunar paid, every 4 weeks on a monthly schedule—please consider this when applying.

Hourly Pay Rates:

• Monday to Saturday (Basic Rate)
• Evening Premium (from 6 pm)
• Sunday Day Premium
• Sunday Evening Premium
• Overtime rates for day and evening shifts (Monday to Saturday)

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, fostering inclusivity and equal opportunities, ensuring a supportive workplace for everyone, regardless of background or disability.