Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: CO6 Wormingford Essex
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
3.5 tonne Driver
Location: Colchester, CO6
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm (45 hours per week including paid break).
About the Role:
A well-established food manufacturing business is seeking a professional and safety-conscious Driver to operate a 3.5-tonne Van in East Anglia. You will be the face of the business, responsible for delivering goods on schedule, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Benefits:
* 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank holidays
* Enhanced sick pay after one year of service
* Staff discount on products
* Employee discount platform
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support
* Free onsite parking
* PPE provided
* Uniform provided
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver products safely and on time while following UK road regulations.
* Provide outstanding customer service and represent the company professionally.
* Safely load, secure, and unload goods with care.
* Complete delivery records and paperwork accurately.
* Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
* Report damaged, missing, or incorrect items and highlight stock issues.
* Ensure customer feedback is communicated with HO.
* Comply with drivers' hours regulations and company procedures.
* Maintain the security, cleanliness, and presentation of your vehicle at all times.
Requirements:
* Valid right to work in the UK
* Full UK Category B driving licence held for at least 2 years.
* Clean licence or no more than 3 penalty points (no major endorsements)
* Previous experience driving commercial vans or completing multi-drop deliveries.
* Strong attention to detail when completing delivery records and paperwork.
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling (up to 25kg).
* Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach, with a commitment to delivering great service