Senior 7.5T Driver – Lead Routes & Safety (Full-Time)

Watts Farms (Sales) Ltd; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Job summary

Watts Farms is seeking a Senior 7.5T Driver to support the Transport department, combining on‑the‑road work with coordinating routes and supervising drivers. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will ensure safety, compliance and high customer service standards while contributing to overall transport performance.

Typical hours are Tuesday to Saturday with a 3am start, and the role is full time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence is essential.
• C1 Licence, CPC and Tacho Card.
• Previous 7.5 tonne driving experience.
• Good understanding of drivers’ hours and the Working Time Directive.
• IT literacy, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete delivery routes, collections and cover as required.
• Support daily deployment of drivers, including sickness and route changes.
• Check driver paperwork, timesheets, delivery notes, invoices and fuel receipts.
• Monitor drivers’ hours and tachograph information.
• Coordinate vehicle checks and repairs with the Transport Manager.
• Work with Customer Services, drivers and customers to resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate delivery information and brief drivers on routes.
• Support recruitment, probation and review processes for drivers.
• Promote safe working practices and compliance with procedures.

Skills

7.5T driving experience

Good numeracy & literacy

Customer service

IT literacy (Word & Excel)

Organised & calm under pressure

Job description

Watts Farms is seeking a Senior 7.5T Driver to support the Transport department, combining on‑the‑road work with coordinating routes and supervising drivers. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will ensure safety, compliance and high customer service standards while contributing to overall transport performance.

Typical hours are Tuesday to Saturday with a 3am start, and the role is full time and permanent.