Home Delivery Driver

Iceland Foods; Darlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent grocery retailer in Darlington is seeking a Home Delivery Driver. Your responsibilities include delivering shopping, ensuring food quality, and providing excellent customer service. A full driving license and a positive attitude towards customer engagement are essential. You will enjoy benefits like a 15% discount and a minimum of 28 days holiday, with a flexible shift pattern.

Benefits

15% discount

Minimum 28 days holiday

Christmas vouchers

Health care plan option

Grocery Aid for support

Qualifications

• Full driving license held for at least 3 years with no more than 6 points.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passionate about customer experience.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe van loading and proper handling of goods.
• Adhere to safe driving practices at all times.
• Complete van checks before delivery.
• Deliver groceries to customers maintaining quality.
• Provide exceptional customer service during deliveries.
• Assist in store operations as needed.
• Manage time efficiently while working independently.
• Be flexible in working shifts from 6am to 11pm.

Skills

Customer service

Road safety awareness

Time management

Job description

Overview

Job title: Home Delivery Driver

Company: Iceland

Location: Darlington, County Durham

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

Hourly rate: £13.27

Posted: 4 hours ago

Key Benefits: 15% discount, optional health care plan, Grocery Aid, Christmas vouchers, minimum 28 days holiday

Purpose

We're hiring Home Delivery Drivers who take pride in providing excellent service and enjoy being on the road. In this role you'll be delivering shopping and connecting directly with customers as the face of Iceland.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe van loading procedures are followed (heavy lifting and manual handling)
• Always adhere to safe driving practices
• Complete van checks
• Ensure food arrives to the customer in the best condition
• Provide excellent customer service
• Lend a hand in store when required
• Be able to work independently and manage your time efficiently
• Flexibility to work shifts; patterns can vary between 6am and 11pm

Qualifications

• Have a full driving license (held for at least 3 years and have no more than 6 points)
• Positive, friendly and passionate about providing a good customer experience
• Punctual and able to meet deadlines
• Demonstrate a strong awareness of road safety

What to expect from us

• A 15% discount card
• Minimum 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), increasing with service
• Christmas vouchers
• Refer a friend scheme
• Long service awards
• Christmas savings scheme
• Recognition and rewards for exceptional customer service
• Option to join a health care plan
• Grocery Aid for free and confidential, financial, emotional and practical support