Class 2 Driver - DRIVER ACADEMY

Job Description

we’re thrilled to introduce our brand‑new Driver Academy, right here at Fareham Distribution an exciting opportunity to build your driving career with us.

Our drivers are at the heart of our operation. Every day, you’ll be out on the road representing our business, delivering essential goods to our Retailers and keeping our supply chain moving smoothly. You’ll take pride in ensuring our caged deliveries reach stores safely, and on your return.

This is a hands‑on, active role perfect for someone who enjoys staying physically fit. You’ll be moving cages and lifting goods, all while working as part of a supportive, experienced team who’ll help you every step of the way.

Join us and take the wheel of a rewarding career journey.

In this position, you will be responsible for the safe delivery of stock to our independent retailers stores.

Completing several multi-drop deliveries a day (the amount each day will vary).

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

• To receive fully funded training and receive a qualification for Class 2 Driving
• To be able to drive and have been driving for over 2 years (Cat B)
• Driver CPC training given
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service as you will be the face of Booker when completing deliveries.
• Experience of multi-drop; temperature controlled food deliveries will be part of the Academy
• Available to work 45 hours a week (overtime available after passing Academy)
• Flexible approach to working hours as routes vary daily and will include Saturdays

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, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 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 Leader 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