Lead Driver HGV Days

Sysco GB; England; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supply company in the UK is seeking a Lead Driver for their Bicester depot. The successful candidate will support the transport team in delivering products to customers, coach fellow drivers on best practices, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including access to financial wellbeing services, additional leave options, and life assurance. Ideal candidates should hold an HGV Class 1 Licence and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Wagestream access to early salary

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Access to 24/7 GP appointments

Life assurance

Discounts via Sysco Perks

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 Licence and an in-date CPC card.
• Experience in coaching and supporting drivers.
• Ability to manage customer relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport team and deliver products to customers.
• Coach drivers on best practices and customer interactions.
• Complete daily driver paperwork and adhere to regulations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service excellence

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

HGV Class 1 Licence

In-date CPC card

Digital Tachograph

Job description

Annual salary of 44665

Working Sunday - Thursday 6am to 3pm

45 Hours Per Week

Bicester

If you are an HGV Class 1 Licence holder with an in‑date CPC card and Digital Tachograph looking for career progression and an opportunity to share your knowledge and experience then you could become a Lead Driver within our Fresh Direct Depot based in Bicester.

The Lead Driver supports the Transport team with delivering our fantastic products to our valuable customers. This role role‑models the highest quality of service to our customers and acts as a SME on customer routes. With this knowledge this role coaches the drivers in their pod on best practice along routes and how to interact with customers.

You’ll need to have strong communication skills and be able to develop good working relationships with colleagues and customers alike. You’ll need to be able to prioritise workload keeping the team updated and motivated to work together. You’ll be welcomed into the Transport office space and be willing to participate in development towards day‑to‑day objectives as Lead Driver. You can expect some office‑based administration to complete so you will need to be comfortable with using Microsoft Word and Excel as well as completing paperwork accurately.

In addition to a competitive monthly salary 31 days annual leave (inc. statutory) and company pension you can also look forward to the following benefits :

• Wagestream Access to an app that gives you early access to your earned salary and supports financial wellbeing
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Help at Hand – Access to 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy and a range of health and wellbeing services for you and your family
• Life assurance
• Access to Sysco Perks offering discounts across a wide range of products and services from gym membership to your weekly supermarket shop
• The ability to purchase our products at hugely discounted prices

To enjoy the rewards of joining our supportive team apply now.

Qualifications

• Coach drivers on Sysco GB values and expected behaviours and the highest standards of customer service
• Accompany new and less experienced drivers on routes
• Able to cover routes that are unknown or less experienced
• Proper use of and adherence to process for all systems including Convey Samsara Verizon and STS
• Accurate record of driving hours including POA break and other work
• Deliver quality products to customers within the local area doing up to 25 drops each day
• Highly proficient in the use of all delivery media including cages and pallets
• Resolve customer issues by signposting to correct mechanisms
• Excellent product recognition to be able to efficiently pick a large range of products from the back of your vehicle at each stop to fulfil customer orders
• Work and act within company policy and legislation
• Accurately complete daily driver paperwork and customer invoices
• Adhere to H&S and Food Safety policies and procedures and any other business requirements
• Grow and maintain great relationships with customers
• Participate in trainings and refreshers as needed

Additional Information

At Fresh Direct 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 Fresh Direct and we recognise that Fresh Direct can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We will 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.

Fresh Direct

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation at Fresh Direct we are dedicated to making life as easy and efficient for the chefs, cooks and caterers we serve across the country. We are the leading specialist supplier of locally and globally sourced fresh produce and dairy across Great Britain bringing the best of the seasons to chefs’ menus.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time