Trainee Driver

Sysco GB; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Generous holiday

Flexible working

Training

Discounts on products

Job summary

Brakes, part of Sysco GB, is hiring a Trainee Driver at Park Royal, 45 hours per week with early starts. You will begin as a Van Driver delivering to customers across routes with varying daily locations and a full induction leading to the HGV Development Programme for Class 2 qualification within six months.

The role offers a path to higher earnings after qualification and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, generous holiday, flexibility, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and van/multi-drop experience is preferred.
• Commitment to high standards of service and customer care.
• Ability to follow processes and adapt to a shift system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and non-food products to multiple locations throughout the day.
• Carry out regular van checks and ensure DVSA compliance.
• Progress through the HGV Development Programme aiming for Class 2 qualification.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Process adherence

Shift flexibility

Job description

• Department: Supply Chain and Operations (Drivers and Operatives)
• Compensation: up to GBP 34,729 - yearly

Job Description

£34,729 rising to £49,165 on qualification

Tuesday to Saturday, 06:00 start times (45 hours a week)

Brakes is a top UK food business and a proud part of Sysco GB – the world's leading foodservice company. We’re growing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry. So, join us in Park Royal, Premier Park Depot as a Trainee Driver and help us deliver excellence far and wide.

A satisfying role

You’ll join us initially as a Van Driver – as the face of our business, delivering both food and non-food products to multiple locations throughout the day. Your route might not be the same from one day to the next, but we can guarantee you'll meet a variety of customers along the way.

You will also be responsible forregular checks on your multi-temperature van and DVSA compliance. Your journey with us willstartwith a full induction and before you know it, you will have moved onto our award-winning HGV Development Programme which will see you gain your Class 2 Driver qualification within 6 months, then the sky's the limit.You will be working a 45 hour week,we can discuss the shift days and times with you at interview.Upon gaining your HGV2 licence your salary will increase.

What you bring to the mix

As a qualified Driver withfullcleanDriving Licence ideally with previous multidrop or van driving experience and a proactive approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel with Us:

• a commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers
• strong communication and people skills
• the ability to follow processes and procedures
• the flexibility to work in a shift system

Bags of benefits

We take care of our people. On our team, you’ll be able to take your pick from everything from a pension scheme and generous holiday to family-friendly flexibility and ongoing training. You’ll get fantastic discounts on our delicious products too.

At Brakes 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.

Additional Information

At Brakes 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 Brakes and we recognise that Brakes 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.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!