HGV / Class 2 Delivery Driver

Talosats Careers; Salford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

22 days annual leave

Onsite parking

Job summary

Bestway Group is seeking an HGV / Class 2 Delivery Driver to join our local team in Salford. You will deliver to independent retailers, ensuring timely arrivals and high standards of customer service across a range of areas.

Key tasks include loading orders, completing multi-drop routes within agreed timeframes, handling stock on the vehicle, and maintaining compliance with transport regulations. A strong focus on safety and reliability is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multi-drop deliveries within local area.
• Strong communication with customers and depot team.
• Good knowledge of transport regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Load orders correctly with depot team.
• Complete multi-drop deliveries within local area and timeframes.
• Handle stock manually on/off vehicle.
• Ensure deliveries are received and payments recorded.
• Accurate paperwork recording.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Manage chilled and frozen deliveries per procedures.
• Meet transport compliance requirements at all times.
• Provide highest level of service to customers.
• Maintain health and safety standards and safe working practices.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Independence

Work under pressure

Planning & prioritising

Education

HGV Class 2 Licence (Category C) UK

Driver CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

HGV / Class 2 Delivery Driver

About the Role

We currently have an opportunity for an HGV / Class 2 Delivery Driver to join our team. You will be delivering to a wide variety of independent retailers within the local area, ensuring that they receive their orders in a timely manner and experience fantastic customer service.

About Bestway

Bestway Group is one of the UK's leading wholesalers, serving thousands of independent retailers, caterers and businesses through a nationwide network of depots.

Founded in 1976, Bestway has grown into a diversified multinational business employing over 28,000 colleagues and serving more than 12 million customers across the UK, Pakistan, and the Middle East. Our continued success is built on strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and the dedication of our people.

Why Join Us?

At Bestway, we believe our people are the key to our success.

We are committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. As a growing business, we offer opportunities for development, career progression, and the chance to make a real impact within a fast-paced and customer-focused operation.

Responsibilities:

• Working with the depot team to ensure all orders are loaded for delivery correctly.
• Complete multi-drop deliveries within the local area and within specified timeframes on a daily basis.
• Manual handling of stock on and off your vehicle.
• Ensure all deliveries are received correctly and payment is received.
• Ensure accurate recording of paperwork.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately.
• Manage chilled and frozen deliveries in line with company procedures.
• Ensure all transport compliance requirements are met at all times.
• Provide the highest level of service to our customers at all times.
• Maintain a high standard of health and safety and ensure safe working practices are adhered to.
• Ensure the vehicle, stock and equipment are secure at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

• A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) UK driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience in multi-drop driving.
• Good knowledge of the local area.
• Good understanding of transport regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively and independently under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours as delivery round times may vary depending on workload.
• A good team player with the ability to work on own initiative.
• The ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
• Initiative along with the willingness to learn and develop their skills.
• Drive and determination to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Pension
• 22 days annual leave
• Onsite parking

We understand that no applicant ever ticks every box so please do consider applying should some or most of the above apply. Bestway Group is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome people of different nationalities, backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We want strong and diverse teams built from talented individuals with different backgrounds, identities and experiences.