The successful candidate will be responsible for completing deliveries safely, efficiently and on time, while providing excellent customer service and maintaining all company and legal driving standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Driving Class 1 HGV vehicles safely and responsibly.
* Collecting chilled and ambient goods from suppliers, warehouses and distribution centres.
* Delivering goods to customers and designated delivery locations.
* Completing vehicle checks before and after each shift.
* Ensuring goods are loaded, secured and transported correctly.
* Maintaining the required temperature for chilled products throughout transportation.
* Completing delivery paperwork, PODs and relevant documentation accurately.
* Carrying out multi-drop deliveries where required.
* Communicating professionally with customers, warehouse staff and transport teams.
* Reporting any vehicle defects, delivery issues or temperature discrepancies promptly.
* Complying with drivers' hours, tachograph and working-time regulations.
* Maintaining a clean and presentable vehicle.
Requirements
* Valid Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence.
* Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
* Previous HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
* Experience transporting chilled, ambient or food products is an advantage.
* Good knowledge of UK roads and delivery procedures.
* Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
* Good communication and customer-service skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage delivery schedules.
What We Offer
* Competitive pay.
* Regular work and reliable hours.
* Modern, well-maintained vehicles.
* Supportive transport and operations team.
* Opportunities for ongoing work and career development.
* Holiday entitlement / pension / overtime / other benefits
Salary description
£17.90 - £22.37 per hour