18T Delivery Driver

Overview

This position offers a chance to join a delivery team focused on local routes with varied duties. Drivers work 45 hours weekly, maintaining relationships with regular customers and ensuring timely deliveries paired with excellent customer service. The role operates on a flexible ‘Any 5 from 7’ workweek, involving some weekend shifts. Overtime is frequently available and fully funded CPC training hours are included.

Key Duties

• Load stock at the branch and deliver it to customer sites efficiently and carefully.
• Ensure that all delivery-related paperwork is accurately completed.
• Maintain strong customer relationships by providing professional and courteous delivery service.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold a Category C (18T) driving license.
• At least two years of driving experience, preferably with prior delivery driving exposure.
• Ability to execute manual deliveries involving physical handling of goods.
• Demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills alongside strong interpersonal abilities and a positive customer service mindset.

Compensation and Benefits

• An earning potential of up to £44,100 annually, including a weekly market supplement subject to tax and National Insurance.
• An employee card offering 10% discounts at Booker, plus periodic double discount events.
• A Tesco colleague discount card available after three months, providing 10-15% off most purchases at Tesco periodically, plus discounts in Tesco cafes and on F&F clothing.
• 10% off monthly pay and SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile and additional seasonal offers.
• Up to 30% savings on car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank.
• Free eye tests when spending over £50, with 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• 50% reduced fees on health checks through Tesco Pharmacy.
• Discounted RAC breakdown coverage and access to deals on everyday items including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Eligibility to participate in a Save As You Earn share scheme after three months, allowing discounted purchase of Tesco shares.
• Retirement savings plan matched up to 5% by the company.
• Life assurance offering coverage up to three times annual pay in case of death in service.
• Access to health and wellbeing support, including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and a virtual GP service.
• A competitive holiday package.

Company Profile

Booker is the foremost food and drink wholesaler in the UK, servicing independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses from many locations nationwide. Their operations include over 190 cash and carry branches and multiple distribution centers. The company is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, creating a welcoming environment for all employees and encouraging discussions about flexible working arrangements. Booker is recognized as a Disability Confident Committed Leader promoting accessibility in recruitment.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be over 18 years due to working hours and role requirements.
• High application volumes may result in earlier role closure than advertised.
• Feedback is provided only to candidates attending interviews.
• Although part of Tesco plc, Booker operates separately with distinct benefits.