Customer Delivery Driver (Permanent 25 - 30 Hours) - Bailieborough

About the Role

Tesco is seeking reliable Customer Delivery Drivers to enhance the shopping experience for Irish customers. This position involves hands-on work and varied daily tasks, with drivers acting independently while having strong support from management. You'll be the initial point of contact for customers receiving their orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver an outstanding home shopping experience, focusing on customer satisfaction.
• Load delivery van when necessary and conduct daily vehicle safety checks.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules carefully.
• Maintain professional appearance in uniform and provide friendly, personalized service.
• Drive responsibly, obeying road laws and demonstrating courteous behavior towards other road users.
• Handle customers' orders with care, ensuring safe and accurate delivery.

Requirements

• Possess a full Irish or EU driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years, with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Exemplify safe and considerate driving habits.
• Enjoy assisting others and engaging with customers positively.
• Have good communication skills paired with a personable nature and sense of humor.
• Exercise initiative and practical judgment during deliveries.
• Demonstrate a commitment to positively impacting customers and coworkers.
• Remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
• Applicants must pass Garda Vetting; recent driving disqualifications within the past 10 years disqualify candidacy.

Additional Information

Offers of employment depend on clearance of Garda Vetting and provision of current penalty points proof obtained from the National Driver Licence Services. Selected candidates will be required to submit bank account details prior to starting.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible shift options within a 25-30 hour work week.
• Starting pay rate of €18.24 per hour with extra compensation for Sunday shifts.
• Annual bonus program rewarding performance.
• Employee Clubcard benefits including 10% discounts on store and online purchases, 15% discount on one weekend monthly, and bi-annual 20% discounts; 20% off F&F clothing all year; secondary Clubcards available for family members.
• Virtual GP services offering confidential video consultations and online prescriptions for employees and their cohabiting families (at reduced cost).
• Round-the-clock Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing mental health support, part of Tesco’s Wellbeing First initiative.
• Life assurance coverage and pension plans subject to eligibility.
• Participation in Save As You Earn savings program, paid family leave, bike-to-work and commuter schemes, and long service awards.

About Tesco Ireland

Tesco has operated in Ireland since 1997 and runs over 190 stores nationwide, employing more than 13,000 people. The company supports around 45,000 jobs directly and indirectly, collaborating with over 500 Irish suppliers and contributing significantly to local farming communities by purchasing €1.6 billion annually in Irish food and drink products. Tesco’s corporate responsibility includes support for community groups, charitable initiatives, and sustainable practices.

Diversity and Inclusion

Tesco fosters an inclusive workplace where individuality is valued and diversity celebrated. The company offers flexible working arrangements to accommodate different life stages and personal commitments. Tesco ensures an accessible recruitment process and invites candidates to request reasonable accommodations to support their application and employment needs.