Driver

Fresh Direct; Bicester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Family-friendly flexibility

Ongoing training

Discounts on Fresh Direct products

Job summary

Fresh Direct in Bicester is seeking a Class 1 driver for day or night shifts on a full-time basis. You will deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to depots and customers across the local region, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with food hygiene standards.

The role requires a qualified driver with Class 1 licence (note: Class 2 license mentioned in the text) and CPC certification, with flexibility for shifts and a commitment to high service standards.

Qualifications

• High standard of customer service and professional conduct.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to shift patterns.
• Flexibility to work within a 5 over 7 shift system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to depots or customers.
• Ensure deliveries are made safely on time and to food hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records and complete load plans; build relationships with colleagues and customers.

Job description

Driver - Class 1 Day or Night Shift offered

Full-time

Bicester

47,291

Job Description

Class 1 - Day Shift and Night Shift offered

5 over 7 working with shift and start times to be discussed at interview stage

Salary £47,291 per annum plus up to £1500 pa bonus, overtime & benefits benefits

Fresh Direct is a top UK food business and a proud part of Sysco GB – the world's leading foodservice company. We’re growing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry. So, join us in Bicester as a HGV Driver and take your career to the next level.

A satisfying role

A key member of our driving team, you’ll deliver our fantastic ambient, chilled and frozen products to other depots or customers across the local region. You’ll make sure everything is delivered safely on time and to the highest food hygiene standards. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing load plans and building positive relationships with your colleagues and customers.

What you bring to the mix

A qualified driver with Class 2 licence, valid CPC cards and a proactive approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel at Fresh Direct

• a commitment to providing the highest standard of service
• the ability to work well in a team
• the flexibility to work in a shift system

Bags of benefits

We take care of our people. On our team, you’ll be able to take your pick from everything from a pension scheme and generous holiday to family-friendly flexibility and ongoing training. You’ll get fantastic discounts on our delicious products too.

Additional Information

At Fresh Direct everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Fresh Direct and we recognise that Fresh Direct can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.

Fresh Direct

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, at Fresh Direct we are dedicated to making life as easy and efficient for the chefs, cooks and caterers we serve across the country. We are the leading specialist supplier of locally and globally sourced fresh produce and dairy across Great Britain, bringing the best of the seasons to chefs’ menus.