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FareShare South West; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FareShare South West is seeking an HGV Driver to support our mission of reducing food waste and feeding communities in the South West. The role involves collecting surplus food from suppliers and delivering to our Plymouth depot, primarily using a 7.5T vehicle and occasionally other fleet vehicles.

You will represent FareShare South West to suppliers and work with the operations team to ensure safe, efficient transport and high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Collect surplus food from suppliers and deliver to the Plymouth depot.
• Operate a 7.5T vehicle and may drive other fleet vehicles as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to suppliers and collaborate with the operations team to ensure safe, efficient transport.

Job description

FareShare South West joins the dots between food waste and food insecurity, using food to build community resilience for lasting social impact.

We rescue quality surplus food at scale directly from the food industry and share it with charities, schools and community hubs to support health, dignity and routes out of poverty for people across the south west. Our supportive volunteering and employability programmes support people to thrive.

FareShare South West is an independent local charity, working in partnership with the national charity Felix who support us with food, projects and campaigning for an equitable, sustainable food system.

Purpose of the Role

The HGV Driver plays a key role in FareShare South West’s mission to reduce food waste and fight hunger across the South West. You will be responsible for collecting surplus food from suppliers and delivering it to our Plymouth depot. The role primarily involves driving a 7.5T vehicle and may also require operating other vehicles in our fleet.

As an ambassador for FareShare South West, you will provide excellent customer service to food suppliers and work closely with our operations team to ensure food is transported safely, efficiently, and with care.