Relief Delivery Driver

Description:

Relief Delivery Driver – Cheltenham Depot

Location: Cheltenham
Department: Depot Operations
Hours: 4 nights per week, minimum 38 hours, flexibility required. Start times typically between (Apply online only)

Cotteswold Dairy's Cheltenham Depot are expanding and are seeking a confident, reliable and motivated Delivery Driver to join our busy Cheltenham team as a relief driver. This is a full time role within the business covering multiple routes within the depot, supporting the team on high-intensity, multi-drop milk delivery routes. Just like your traditional milk rounds, you will deliver fresh dairy products direct to customers’ doors.

You’ll be the friendly face of our business on the doorstep, providing excellent customer service throughout.

The Role – Relief Delivery Driver (Milk Roundsperson)

As a Relief Delivery Driver, you’ll learn and cover a variety of milk rounds, covering both rural countryside and urban areas. You will assist the depot manager to cover planned holidays, cover long term absence, and support the smooth running of the business. Using handheld technology, you’ll process orders, update customer accounts, and manage any payments. You’ll load your vehicle with accuracy, secure products for safe travel, and complete deliveries in line with agreed schedules. This is a physically active role involving night shifts, early mornings, and manual handling.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver milk and dairy products to doorstep customers on time and in full
Operate as a milk roundsperson, covering both rural and town delivery routes
Use handheld devices to record deliveries, customer orders, and payments
Load and unload your delivery vehicle, ensuring all products are secured
Follow all food hygiene, health & safety, and security procedures
Collect empty bottles, returns, and payments where required
Maintain your vehicle in a clean and roadworthy conditionWhat We’re Looking For

Full UK driving licence – standard Category B car licence accepted
Good customer service and communication skills
Physically fit for manual handling in a fast-paced role
Comfortable with early morning starts and working nights
Reliable, with strong time management and attention to detail
Previous experience in a delivery driver, milk delivery, or retail role is desirable but not essential – full training will be givenBenefits

Competitive salary and a driving safety bonus
18 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)
Discounted products and delivery options
Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
Health and wellbeing cashback scheme Simply HealthIf you’re looking for a rewarding driving role as a Relief Delivery Driver, Milk Roundsperson, or Milk Delivery Driver in a respected family-run business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our Cheltenham Depot and bring the tradition of the milk round to life for our valued customers