Driver

Chartwells Independent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Exclusive travel discounts

Cinema & entertainment discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cash rewards & wellness programs

Discounts for family & friends

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a reliable Driver to support operations across West Midlands sites. This role involves safely transporting goods, assisting with catering and food service, and delivering excellent customer service.

Successful candidates must pass Police Vetting before employment can commence. Compass Group offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence held for a minimum of 5 years.
• Ability to perform manual handling and lift/move goods safely.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of local roads and route planning.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Professional, reliable, and well-presented.
• Strong team player with a flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and company policies.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or incidents.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
• Follow scheduled delivery routes and adapt routes when required due to traffic, weather, or operational needs.
• Load and unload goods, including food products and catering supplies.
• Support food preparation, hospitality services, and catering requirements.
• Receive, check, store, rotate, and monitor stock.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and company procedures.
• Complete accurate records, including temperature checks and vehicle inspections.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional image at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and participate in training and development activities.

Skills

UK Driving Licence

Manual Handling

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Route Planning

Confidentiality

Professional Appearance

Team Player

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Driver to support operations across West Midlands sites. This role involves safely transporting goods and supplies, maintaining vehicle standards, assisting with catering and food service activities, and delivering excellent customer service.

Please note: Successful candidates must pass Police Vetting before employment can commence.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and company policies.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or incidents.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
• Follow scheduled delivery routes and adapt routes when required due to traffic, weather, or operational needs.
• Load and unload goods, including food products and catering supplies.
• Support food preparation, hospitality services, and Jiffy Van food and beverage service as required.
• Receive, check, store, rotate, and monitor stock.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and company procedures.
• Complete accurate records, including temperature checks and vehicle inspections.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional image at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and participate in training and development activities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Full, clean UK driving licence held for a minimum of 5 years.
• Ability to perform manual handling and lift/move goods safely.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of local roads and route planning.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Professional, reliable, and well-presented.
• Strong team player with a flexible approach to work.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a driving, delivery, logistics, transport, catering, or customer service role.
• Experience working within regulated or secure environments.

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated and proactive approach.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and environments.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, service, and professionalism.

Training & Development

• Compass Welcome Induction Programme.
• Site-specific induction.
• Manual Handling Training.
• COSHH Training.
• Health & Safety and Food Safety training as required.

This role involves:

• Regular driving in varying traffic and weather conditions.
• Manual handling, loading and unloading duties.
• Exposure to outdoor environments during deliveries.
• Interaction with a wide range of customers, colleagues, and service users.

Police Vetting is mandatory for this position. Employment is subject to successful clearance.

Compass Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and is encouraged to reach their full potential.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!