Trainee Class 2 Driver

Warburtons; Thetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bakery brand as a driver in a professional fleet, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. This role offers a stable shift pattern, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain your Class 2 licence at no cost. Enjoy a competitive salary that rises upon training completion, alongside generous benefits including a pension scheme and profit sharing. Be part of a proud team delivering the nation's favorites while contributing to a company committed to sustainability and community. If you're ready for a rewarding career with growth opportunities, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Discretionary profit share

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Discounts via Extra Dough website

Investment in personal development

Fully stocked kitchens

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to attain a Class C licence and CPC.
• Supported by driver training teams in an intensive course to gain your Class 2 Licence.

Responsibilities

• Join our Distribution and Training Teams through our Driver Academy for a Multi-Drop delivery role.
• Enjoy autonomy: receive delivery notes or electronic devices to accurately pick orders.

Skills

UK driving licence

Class C licence

CPC training

Job description

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Location: Thetford
Shifts: 43 hours per week, 5 over 7 rolling rota

Salary: £561.44 per week (rising to £730.89 per week upon completion and move into Class 2 position)

Do you have your Class B car licence and a desire to further your career by gaining your Class 2 licence? All training and licensing costs are covered.

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to attain a Class C licence and CPC.
• Supported by driver training teams in an intensive course to gain your Class 2 Licence, at no cost to you.
• Fully funded Driver CPC training during work hours.
• Early riser? Your shift starts around 3.30am, leaving your afternoons free.
• Enjoy autonomy: receive delivery notes or electronic devices to accurately pick orders and load your vehicle with bakery products.
• Work set contracted hours with stable shift patterns, averaging 43 hours a week over a rotating 5-day schedule, including weekends.

About Us: As ‘the UK’s No. 1 Bakery Brand’, we have been baking bread since 1876. We are a sixth-generation family business supplying over 18,000 retail customers from 11 bakeries and 16 depots, producing over 70 products, including gluten and wheat free options.

Our Commitment: We aim to be a net zero business by 2050, minimizing environmental impact and making a positive societal contribution.

The Recipe

Join our Distribution and Training Teams through our Driver Academy for a Multi-Drop delivery role in one of the most professional fleets, equipped with state-of-the-art telematics, sat nav, and tracking systems.

If you prefer hands-on deliveries and want to be part of a proud team delivering the nation's favorites, join us and head in the right direction.

Extra Dough

Here’s what your breads are worth:

• Basic weekly pay of £561.44, rising to £730.89 upon completing training and moving into the Class 2 role.
• A share of the annual profits (discretionary profit share).
• Ongoing Driver CPC modules during work hours.
• Generous pension scheme with up to 7% company contributions.
• Life assurance.
• Discounts and deals via our Extra Dough website for you and your family.
• Investment in your personal development.
• Fully stocked kitchens with our products for your enjoyment.

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can do their best work, regardless of background or identity.