Van Driver / Driver's Mate

LWC Drinks; Leyland; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (£2,000 pro rata)

Job summary

LWC Drinks Leyland is seeking a reliable Van Driver/Driver's Mate to join our Warehouse & Distribution team. The role blends driving duties with warehouse support, ensuring safe, professional deliveries and accurate stock handling.

You will work a flexible schedule across delivery and warehouse tasks, maintaining high customer service standards. After probation, a pro-rated annual bonus of £2,000 is available, reflecting performance and length of service.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle being driven.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across warehouse, driver's mate and driving duties.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, dependable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the driver in preparing the vehicle and performing daily vehicle checks.
• Load products safely and accurately for delivery according to documentation.
• Assist with deliveries to customers ensuring correct and professional handover.
• Support with route planning using run sheets and customer requirements.
• Complete delivery documentation including proof of delivery where applicable.

Skills

Driving licence

Customer service

Teamwork

Health & safety

Organisational skills

Reliability

Job description

Job Title

Van Driver / Driver's Mate

Reports To

Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse & Distribution Manager, and Depot Manager

Depot

LWC Leyland

Purpose of the Role

This is a dual-role position within our Warehouse & Distribution team. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across logistics and warehouse duties as required by the needs of the business. The role involves supporting the delivery of products to customers in a safe, professional and efficient manner, whilst maintaining excellent customer service standards. When not undertaking delivery duties, the successful candidate will assist with warehouse operations, including stock handling, order picking and loading activities. Flexibility, reliability and a willingness to support all areas of the operation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the driver in preparing the vehicle and carrying out daily vehicle checks.
• Ensure all products for delivery are loaded correctly, safely and in accordance with delivery documentation.
• Assist with deliveries to customers, ensuring goods are delivered accurately and professionally.
• Support drivers in checking run sheets, delivery routing and customer requirements.
• Execute any special customer requests detailed on delivery documentation.
• Check deliveries at each customer location to ensure accuracy.
• Communicate any stock shortages or delivery issues to customers and management.
• Return empty cases and gas bottles and ensure they are stored correctly upon return to the depot.
• Assist the driver with all required vehicle and delivery checks.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Maintain customer confidentiality regarding premises and operational information.
• Represent LWC Drinks professionally and wear the correct company uniform at all times.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and operator maintenance checks to ensure the vehicle is roadworthy and clean.
• Safely load and secure products for delivery.
• Plan delivery routes efficiently using run sheets, customer requirements and operational instructions.
• Deliver products safely, professionally and courteously to customers.
• Complete all delivery documentation accurately, including proof of delivery and collection records where applicable.
• Handle customer queries and special delivery instructions professionally.
• Return all empty cases and gas bottles to the depot and ensure they are stored correctly.
• Complete all vehicle and delivery checks and submit documentation to the Distribution Manager.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards at all times.
• Comply with all road traffic legislation and company driving standards.
• Support warehouse operations when delivery duties are not required.

Additional Information

Week One Mon- Fri

Week Two Tues - Sat

After 6 months' service, if probation is passed, you automatically qualify for an annual bonus paid pro rata based on length of service. The annual bonus is £2000.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Full UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle being driven.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across warehouse, driver's mate and driving duties.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, dependable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.

About LWC Drinks

LWC Drinks Ltd provides licensed establishments with all their bar and sundry supplies. However, we are more than just a distributor, becoming the fastest growing privately owned drinks company in Britain, placing 24th in the Sunday Times PWC Profit Track 100. Our aim is to provide the best customer service in the industry, employing over 1,500 people at 18 depots across the UK, with a Support Centre and Hub Distribution Centre based in Manchester