Rigid Driver (Afternoon)

BWG Foods; Connacht; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meal allowance

Training

Employee Assistance Programme

Sick Pay Scheme

Staff discount

Onsite parking

Bike to Work Scheme

Complimentary tea and coffee

Job summary

A leading food distribution company in Connacht is searching for a reliable Rigid Driver for their afternoon shift. The role involves delivering goods to customers, collecting and dropping off vehicles, and ensuring compliance with safety and transport regulations. Candidates should have a valid CPC, a clean C licence, and relevant local driving experience. The company offers benefits like a daily meal allowance, training, and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Have a valid clean driver’s licence (minimum C licence).
• Must have a manual driving licence to operate both automatic and manual vehicles.
• Have relevant driving experience in the local area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to customers' premises.
• Collect and drop off vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Follow all food safety guidelines.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Reliability

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Clean driver’s licence (minimum C licence)

Job description

Overview

Driver Rigid – Afternoon Shift

We are seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Rigid Driver to join our transport team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering goods to customers, collecting and dropping off vehicles, and ensuring all journeys are carried out in full compliance with company procedures and national transport guidelines. Accurate record‑keeping and a strong commitment to customer service are essential. The working week is Tuesday to Saturday, starting at 10:00 a.m.

Duties

• Deliveries to customers premises.
• Dropping off/Collecting vehicles.
• Records.
• Food Safety.
• Health & Safety.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• P ossess a valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• Have a valid clean driver’s licence (minimum C licence)
• Must have a manual driving licence (To be able to drive both automatic and manual vehicles)
• Have relevant driving experience in Galway and surrounding area
• Have the ability to work as part of a team
• Have strong interpersonal skills
• Be motivated and be able to work on own initiative
• Have flexibility in terms of routes, tasks, working hours and working days

Benefits

• Daily meal allowance.
• Training.
• Employee Assistance Programme & BWG B-Well Programme.
• Sick Pay Scheme.
• Staff discount.
• Onsite parking.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Onsite canteen with complimentary tea and coffee.