18T Delivery Driver

Role Overview

This position involves delivering goods locally, primarily using an 18-ton truck, as a member of an important delivery team. Working 45 hours per week, you will be engaged in driving missions close to your location, cultivating positive relationships with regular customers, and ensuring timely deliveries with excellent service.

This role includes an "Any 5 from 7" schedule, which means shifts may include some weekend work. Overtime options are available, and full sponsorship for CPC training hours is provided to help you advance.

Primary Duties

• Load stock onto the vehicle at the branch and unload at customer locations.
• Complete required delivery paperwork accurately to maintain records.
• Ensure customers’ shelves remain stocked with essential products for their clientele.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Must hold a valid Category C (18T) driving licence.
• At least two years of prior driving experience.
• Previous delivery driving experience is preferred.
• Capable of performing manual deliveries.
• Strong interpersonal abilities combined with a positive customer service mindset.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Employee discount card offering 10% off at Booker and participation in double discount events multiple times a year.
• After three months, eligibility for a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% to 15% discounts at Tesco stores and cafes on specified periods.
• Discounts on Tesco Mobile SIM and monthly pay deals, plus additional yearly offers.
• Discounts on car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank, subject to terms.
• Complimentary eye tests with qualifying purchases, plus savings on glasses and contact lenses.
• Half-price health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• Exclusive deals including savings on everyday purchases and a cycle to work scheme.
• Participation in a Save As You Earn share scheme after three months of service, allowing discounted share purchase options.
• Retirement pension plans with matched contributions up to 5% by Booker.
• Life assurance covering up to three times annual salary for death in service.
• Health and wellbeing resources including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and virtual GP services for employees and their families.
• Generous holiday entitlement.

Additional Company Information

Booker is a leading UK wholesaler focusing on food and drink, supporting independent retailers, catering businesses, and small enterprises nationwide. The company maintains over 190 cash & carry branches, multiple distribution and logistics centers, and adheres strongly to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where all individuals feel valued and can express themselves authentically.

Flexible work conversations are encouraged to accommodate various personal circumstances such as caring responsibilities or life transitions. Booker is also a Disability Confident Committed Leader, ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Important Notes

• This role accepts candidates over 18 years old due to working hours and job nature.
• High application numbers may result in earlier closing of the posting without individual feedback unless an interview is attended.
• Booker Group operates under Tesco plc but offers benefits distinct from Tesco’s core business.