HGV Class 2 Driver

Tesco Hungary; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesaler in the UK seeks Class 2 drivers for its transport team. The role involves delivering stock to independent retailers, requiring physical readiness for manual handling and adaptability to changing schedules. Drivers will benefit from overtime opportunities and comprehensive CPC training.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities available

Fully funded CPC training hours provided

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 2 licence and Driver CPC.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and handle manual tasks.
• Experience with temperature-controlled deliveries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe delivery of stock to independent retailers.
• Engage in manual work and handle products at delivery points.
• Work in varying weather conditions and adapt to changing routes.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Manual Handling

Education

Class 2 Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

We're recruiting for Class 2 drivers to join our Transport Team at our Booker Retail Partner site. In this position, you will be responsible for the safe delivery of stock to our independent retailers' stores.

Our Class 2 jobs do require handball and manual work, which can be be physically demanding. This includes working outside in adverse weather conditions and handballing product at some of the delivery points.

Requirements:

• Class 2 Licence Holder
• Driver CPC Holder
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Experience of multi-drop; temperature-controlled food deliveries preferred but not essential
• Available to work 48 hours a week (overtime available)
• Flexible in work hours, including at short notice, as routes vary daily

Additional Benefits:

• Overtime opportunities available
• Fully funded CPC training hours provided

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centre locations.

At Booker, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are fundamental. We welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements to support our employees' diverse needs.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For accessibility support, please contact [e-mail].

Note: Candidates must be over 18 for roles involving early morning, late evening, warehouse, alcohol, or driving duties. High application volumes may lead to early closing of roles. Feedback is provided only to interviewed candidates.

Booker Group is part of Tesco plc but operates separately, offering different benefits. For more information, visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk.