HGV Driver Class 2

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Family-friendly flexibility

Discounts on Brakes products

Job summary

Brakes, the UK’s leading foodservice supplier, is hiring a HGV Class 2 Driver for Reading. You’ll deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to customers, ensuring safety, food hygiene and on-time delivery while maintaining accurate records and load plans.

You will join a dynamic driving team with early starts, 4:30–6:00 or 4:00–7:00 schedules, and a generous benefits package including pension, holidays and staff discounts. A supportive, inclusive culture helps you belong and grow.

Qualifications

• Qualified HGV Class 2 driver with valid CPC cards.
• Comfortable following processes and procedures.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to customers in the local region.
• Maintain accurate loading records and load plans.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues and customers and ensure on-time, safe deliveries.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Driver

CPC certified

Strong communication

Process adherence

Shift flexibility

Job description

• Department: Supply Chain and Operations (Drivers and Operatives)
• Compensation: GBP 44,686 - GBP 44,686 - yearly

Job Description

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

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

OR

Monday to Saturday on a two week rota. Week 1 working 6 days, week 2 working 4 days, Start time 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’regrowingacross the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry.Sojoin us in Reading asan HGV Class 2 Driver andhelp us deliver excellencefar 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 everythingis 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

AqualifiedClass2Driver with valid CPC cards and a proactive approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel:

• a commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers
• strong communicationand peopleskills
• the ability tofollow 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!