HGV Class 1 Driver

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Distribution Centre in Haydock as a HGV driver. This NEW opportunity will involve both single drop deliveries AND Multi Drop deliveries. Using both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles. Cage work will be involved in this role.

• 45 Hours Per Week over 4 or 5 days.
• Class 1 and Class 2 driving will be involved.
• Start times between 04:00 - 07:00 and 12:00 - 13:00.
• Saturday working will form part of the shift pattern, to be discussed at interview (Weekend Premium applied)

The safe delivery of stock to our 198 cash and carry stores PLUS our retail partner stores.

Ensuring all paperwork is completed after delivery

That your vehicle is in good condition at the start and finish of your shift

Working autonomously as well as part of the wider transport team

You must hold a valid C+E Licence

Experienced driving both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, with Multi Drop experience preferred

All applicants must be CPC qualified to be considered for this role

Applicants will not be considered if they have more than 6 points on their licence, 'Careless Driving', prosecution for mobile phone use or drink driving or have failed to comply with 'Construction of Use'.

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk