Friendly Grocery Delivery Driver - On-Time & Safe

Sainsbury's; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount card

Holiday entitlement

Pension and life cover

Sainsbury's share schemes

Retail discounts

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Sainsbury's is seeking a delivery driver to be the face of the brand at customers' doorsteps. You will operate a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van, deliver groceries on time, and ensure goods are secure and in good condition. The role requires safe driving, physical tasks up to 15kg, and effective communication with customers.

When not delivering, you may assist in-store. A friendly, proactive approach and flexibility to work across teams will help you thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly and welcoming with enthusiasm for helping customers.
• Comfortable driving a larger vehicle safely in varied locations.
• Capable of handling repeated physical tasks up to 15kg.
• Able to use initiative and make safe decisions on the road.
• Enjoys working independently and as part of the store team.
• Flexible and willing to work across the store and take on new challenges.
• Open to learning and using delivery technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver groceries as the face of Sainsbury's to customers on time and in good condition.
• Drive a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van and ensure route efficiency.
• Perform pre-drive checks for roadworthiness and cleanliness.
• Follow planned routes and drive safely in varying conditions.
• Move containers up to 15kg and navigate stairs or lifts when needed.
• Communicate with customers and handle order changes or delays.
• Assist with store tasks when not delivering.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Physical fitness

Problem solving

Team player

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Route tech proficiency

Job description

Sainsbury's is seeking a delivery driver to be the face of the brand at customers' doorsteps. You will operate a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van, deliver groceries on time, and ensure goods are secure and in good condition. The role requires safe driving, physical tasks up to 15kg, and effective communication with customers.

When not delivering, you may assist in-store. A friendly, proactive approach and flexibility to work across teams will help you thrive in this fast-paced environment.