Part Time HGV Class 2 Driver

Brakes Food Shop; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food service provider as an HGV Class 2 Driver in Wigan. Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits including health services and 31 days annual leave. With opportunities for training and career progression, this role supports critical services in communities. Apply now to be part of a diverse team where every individual matters.

Benefits

Wagestream for early salary access

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

24/7 GP appointments and health services

Life assurance

Access to Sysco Perks

Discounted products

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence with less than 6 points.
• Comfortable lifting up to 25kg.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-drop driving, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Work with a Training Support Driver for skill development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong spatial awareness

Calm under pressure

Education

HGV Class 2 licence

Job description

Shift Pattern: Friday, Saturday & Monday 06:00 start

27 hours

Wigan

Our training is award-winning. Our benefits are hard to beat. And our HGV Class 2 Drivers are taken great care of. Whether you’re a newly qualified Class 2 Driver who wants to develop your driving skills with full support, or an experienced HGV Driver looking for the job stability of a market leader, you’ll find it all with us at Fresh Direct (a Sysco Company) inWigan.

If you’re friendly, ready to learn and excited by the chance to progress your career. As one of the UK’s largest food service providers, we can offer the security and scale you’re looking for. This position has all the benefits of a multi-drop driving role which means you’ll get to avoid those long distances, break up the driving and make a difference to people in hospitals, schools, care homes, restaurants and pubs plus career progression into more senior roles.

We’ll provide all the training and development opportunities you needso you feel confident in your role and route, along with time on the road with one of our expert Training Support Drivers. To succeed in this role, you’ll need avalid HGV Class 2 licencewith less than 6 points and be comfortable lifting up to 25kg as part of your day-to-day tasks. You’ll also need your own transport to get to the depot due to the working hours of your shift public transport will not be operating. Successful colleagues have a good eye for detail, strong spatial awareness, and the ability to stay calm under pressure will help you thrive in this busy but rewarding environment.

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.

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'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.

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.