3.5T Delivery Driver

Role Overview

We are seeking a dependable 3.5T Delivery Driver to join our team, primarily serving local customers. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring timely deliveries and excellent customer service, while also fostering strong relationships with our regular clients. This is a full-time role operating within a 7-day week, which may include weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport goods locally, ensuring customer shelves remain stocked with essential products.
• Load stock onto the vehicle at the branch and unload deliveries at customer locations.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and timely.

Candidate Requirements

• Holder of a valid Category B / 3.5T driving license.
• Minimum of two years' driving experience; delivery driving background preferred.
• Capability to perform manual deliveries efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with a positive attitude.
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Benefits and Perks

• Booker colleague card granting 10% discount on purchases and access to double discount events multiple times yearly.
• After three months, eligibility for a Tesco colleague discount card offering 10-15% off most Tesco purchases during specific periods, plus discounts on Tesco Cafe and clothing.
• Exclusive discounts on pay monthly and SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile.
• Up to 30% off on car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank, subject to terms.
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more and discounted prices on eyewear.
• Half-price health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Special rates for RAC breakdown cover.
• Access to a discounted deals website including a cycle to work scheme.
• Participation in an annual Save As You Earn share scheme after three months of service.
• Retirement savings plan with matched contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance coverage providing death in service benefits up to three times annual pay.
• Health and wellbeing resources including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP service.
• Generous holiday entitlement.

Company Information

Booker is the United Kingdom's foremost food and drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses nationwide. Operating numerous cash and carry branches, distribution centers, logistics sites, and support office locations, Booker promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel welcomed and valued. The company supports flexible working arrangements and is committed to accessibility and inclusivity in its recruitment.

Additional Details

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old due to shift timings and role nature.
• High applicant volumes may result in early closure of applications.
• Feedback is provided only to interviewed candidates.
• Booker Group operates separately from Tesco plc in terms of employee benefits.