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- Posted
- hace 1 hora
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Must be over 18, have held a full UK/EU driving license for at least 12 months with fewer than 6 points, and possess the right to work in the UK.
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- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Role
Join Sainsbury's as a Home Delivery Driver where you'll be a vital part of our store operations, delivering customers' groceries right to their doorsteps. Our stores are dynamic and fast-paced, integral to the local community by offering excellent value, quality, and customer service. Your role is essential in fulfilling online orders accurately and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a 3.5 tonne van to transport groceries safely and punctually to customers' homes.
- Perform vehicle checks ensuring the van is clean, secure, roadworthy, and delivery cases are properly fastened.
- Engage with customers courteously, assist with inquiries or substitutions, and communicate any delivery delays promptly.
- Develop thorough knowledge about company products, services, and promotions to advise customers effectively.
- Assist with store duties when not out on delivery runs.
Candidate Profile
- Must be at least 18 years old with a valid UK or EU driving license held for over 12 months and fewer than 6 penalty points.
- Complete an online driving risk assessment as part of the recruitment process, followed by a practical driving assessment upon hire.
- Eligible to work legally in the UK.
- Demonstrate proficiency driving larger vehicles through various environments, including residential and rural areas.
- Thrive in a high-energy, fast-moving environment, showing initiative and the ability to solve problems independently and within a team.
- Adaptability to store work and eagerness to learn new skills across different areas supported by provided training.
- Comfortable using digital technology and tools related to the role.
- Physically capable of handling shopping containers weighing up to 15kg.
Additional Information
Sainsbury’s implements in-cab AI cameras to promote safe driving habits and compliance with road laws, ensuring driver and public safety.
Benefits and Perks
- Employee discount starting at 10% off at Sainsbury’s outlets including Argos, Tu, and Habitat, increasing to 15% on Fridays and Saturdays after four weeks.
- Complimentary food and hot drinks for colleagues during shifts.
- Generous holiday entitlement and parental leave based on working hours.
- Pension scheme with company contributions between 4% and 7.5%.
- Opportunity to participate in discounted share purchase schemes.
- Exclusive discounts on fitness memberships, dining, holidays, and retail vouchers.
- Access to confidential wellbeing support via the Employee Assistance Programme.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity
Sainsbury’s is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering support for carers, discretionary family leave, and promoting equal opportunity through internal networks and resources. The company provides reasonable adjustments during recruitment and interview processes to support all candidates.
Candidates may be shortlisted on merit based upon online assessment scoring to match the role's essential criteria as part of the Disability Confident Leader initiative.
Applications may close quickly; early submission is encouraged. For application updates, contact your chosen store directly.
Industry
Retail