3.5T Delivery Driver

About the Role

This position offers a chance to engage in local delivery driving as an integral member of the team. You will deliver products regionally, fostering strong rapport with regular customers. The work environment operates seven days a week, with shift schedules that may include weekend duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves remain stocked with required products by delivering from branch to customer premises.
• Load merchandise into the vehicle at the branch and unload at client locations.
• Complete delivery documentation accurately and promptly.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Valid Category B / 3.5 Tonne driving licence.
• Minimum of two years' driving experience.
• Previous delivery driving experience is advantageous.
• Ability to perform manual unloading and carrying of deliveries.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with a friendly customer service orientation.
• Competency in basic literacy and numeracy.

Benefits and Perks

• Employee discount card offering 10% off at Booker, plus special double discount events thrice yearly.
• After three months, Tesco discount card providing 10–15% off purchases at Tesco thirteen times annually, including discounts at Tesco Cafe and F&F range.
• 10% savings on pay monthly and SIM-only Tesco Mobile plans, plus seasonal deals.
• Up to 30% discounts on car, pet, and home insurance from Tesco Bank.
• Free eye examinations with purchases over £50 and 30% savings on glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses with qualifying spend.
• Half-price health assessments at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Access to reduced rates for RAC vehicle breakdown cover.
• Exclusive deals website offering savings on daily expenses, including a cycle to work programme.
• Opportunity to join the Save As You Earn share plan after 3 months’ employment, allowing discounted purchase of Tesco shares.
• Retirement savings plan with up to 5% employee contributions matched by Booker.
• Life assurance covering death in service up to three times annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing supports, including 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP services for employees and families.
• Generous holiday entitlement.

Company and Diversity Commitment

Booker is the leading food and drink wholesaler in the UK, serving independent retailers and small businesses nationwide through numerous branches and distribution hubs. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to feel welcomed and represented. Flexible working arrangements are open for discussion to accommodate life changes or personal needs.

Additional Information

Applicants must be over 18 years old for early or late shifts and roles involving warehouse, alcoholic beverages, and driving. High applicant numbers may lead to early closing of applications. Individual feedback is typically only provided to interviewed candidates. Booker operates independently within Tesco plc, with benefits differing from the core Tesco business.