HGV Driver Class 2

SYSCO; Reading; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Family-friendly flexibility

Ongoing training

Discounts on Brakes products

Job summary

Brakes, part of Sysco, is recruiting a HGV Class 2 Driver in Reading to deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products across the local region. You will ensure safe, on-time deliveries and uphold food hygiene standards while maintaining records and load plans.

Strong customer service and flexibility to work shifts are essential. The role offers a salary of £44,686 (£18.62/hour) plus up to £1,500 annual bonus and a broad benefits package including pension, generous holiday, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• A commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers.
• An eye for detail.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Ability to follow processes and procedures.
• Flexibility to work in a shift system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to customers in the local region.
• Ensure deliveries are made safely, on time and to high food hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records and complete load plans.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues and customers.

Skills

Commitment to service

Eye for detail

Strong communication

Follow processes

Shift work flexibility

Job description

Job Description

£44,686 (£18.62 per hour) plus up to £1500 annual bonus + a great range of benefits

Foodservice - Monday to Friday, with 1 in 4 Saturdays - starting between 04:30 - 06:00

Logistics - Week 1 6 days on (Mon-Sat) then Week 2 4 days on (Mon-Sat) Permanent Sunday off starting between 04:00 - 07:00

Brakes is a top UK food business and a proud part of Sysco – 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 Reading as an HGV Class 2 Driver and help us deliver excellence far and wide.

A satisfying role

A key member of our driving team, you’ll deliver our fantastic ambient, chilled and frozen products to 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 commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers
• an eye for detail
• strong communication and people skills
• the ability to follow processes and procedures
• 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 Brakes 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 Brakes and we recognise that Brakes 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.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!