Customer Delivery Driver - Ballincollig

Role overview

Tesco Ireland is looking for Customer Delivery Drivers for its Ballincollig location in Cork. This is a practical, active role where you will be the first representative customers meet. Every shift can look different, and the position involves delivering a friendly, reliable home shopping service while working with support from managers and colleagues at the base.

Shift pattern: various shifts are available.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver a strong home-shopping experience by keeping the customer at the centre of every task.
• Load the van when needed and make sure the vehicle is roadworthy before setting off.
• Follow the route and schedule arranged for you.
• Present yourself professionally in uniform and be ready to assist customers.
• Drive carefully, responsibly, and in compliance with the law.
• Show courtesy to all road users.
• Greet customers warmly and, where appropriate, address them by name.
• Treat each delivery with the same care you would give your own belongings.

What you need

• A full Irish or EU driving licence, manual or automatic, held for at least 2 years.
• No more than 3 penalty points on your licence.
• A safe, considerate driving record.
• A genuine willingness to help others.
• A personable approach, a sense of humour, and strong communication skills.
• The confidence to use initiative and practical common sense.
• A customer-first mindset and care for making a positive difference for customers and colleagues.
• The ability to remain calm when under pressure.

Recruitment checks and conditions

As part of the hiring process, offers depend on Garda vetting. You will also need to provide proof of your current penalty points at the assessment stage. This can be requested from the National Driver Licence Services by calling 1890 41 61 41, selecting option 4, and quoting your driver number.

Candidates who have been disqualified from driving within the last 10 years cannot be considered. If you are offered the role, the offer will also depend on you providing your bank account details before your agreed start date.

Benefits

• A choice of shifts.
• Part-time and full-time contracts, with hours ranging from 20 to 39 per week.
• Starting pay of €18.24 per hour for new drivers, plus an extra premium for Sunday shifts.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Colleague Clubcard savings, including 10% off in-store and online, 15% off on one weekend each month, and 20% off twice a year, plus 20% off F&F clothing all year. These discounts can also be shared with a family member through a second Clubcard, subject to scheme rules.
• Free, confidential virtual GP access for colleagues, with discounted access available for family members living at the same address.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with emotional support and wellbeing services.
• Life assurance.
• Pension plan, subject to scheme rules.
• Save As You Earn scheme, subject to scheme rules.
• Paid family leave.
• Bike to Work scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Commuter scheme.

About Tesco

Tesco’s goal is to be the preferred way customers shop, whether they are at home or on the move. The company’s purpose is to serve customers, communities, and the planet a little better every day. Its community work includes support for the Tesco Community Fund, Children’s Health Foundation, FoodCloud, and Stronger Starts, with more than 21,000 community groups supported, over €7.5 million raised for medical equipment, and almost 15 million meals provided nationwide to people facing food insecurity.

Tesco has been part of the Irish retail market since 1997. With 170 stores across the country, it employs more than 13,000 people and supports nearly 45,000 jobs directly and indirectly. The business works with more than 500 Irish suppliers, nearly three-quarters of whom are small and medium enterprises, supporting almost 13,000 farming families. Tesco is the largest buyer of Irish food and drink in the world, purchasing €1.6 billion each year. Its products have also received recognition from awards such as Blás na hÉireann, World Steak Challenge, and Great Taste Awards.

Culture and flexibility

Tesco says it is proud of its inclusive culture and aims to create a workplace where people can be themselves. The company welcomes conversations about flexible working, including for people starting out in their careers, those with caring responsibilities, parents, people nearing retirement, and others with changing life circumstances.

Accessibility and support

The recruitment process is designed to be inclusive, and candidates can request reasonable adjustments. For accessibility support, candidates may contact tescoireland.recruitment@tesco.ie.