Home Delivery Driver

Iceland Foods Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% discount

Optional health care plan

Grocery Aid

Christmas vouchers

Minimum 28 days holiday

Job summary

Iceland Foods Ltd is seeking a Home Delivery Driver in Gateshead to join our team. You will be out on the road delivering shopping and connecting directly with customers as the face of Iceland.

You will load vans safely, follow driving practices, complete checks, and provide excellent service while working independently with shifts between 6am and 11pm. A full driving license and customer-focused mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Full driving license held for at least 3 years.
• No more than 6 points on license.
• Positive, friendly and passionate about customer experience.
• Punctual and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe van loading procedures are followed (heavy lifting & manual handling).
• 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.
• Work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Flexibility to work shifts, the patterns can vary between 6am & 11pm.

Job description

Job title: Home Delivery Driver

Hourly rate: £13.71

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

Are you looking for a role that keeps you active, independent & engaged with people?

As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams.

We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for aHome Delivery Driver to join our team.

Purpose

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

In this role you can expect to

• Ensure safe van loading procedures are followed (i.e heavy lifting & manual handling)
• Always adhere to safe driving practises
• 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 & manage your time efficiently
• Flexibility to work shifts, the patterns can vary between 6am & 11pm

Apply if you:

• Have a full driving license (held for at least 3 years and have no more than 6 points)
• Are positive, friendly & passionate about providing a good customer experience
• Are punctual & can work well to deadlines
• Can 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