Class 2 Driver

Carlsberg Group; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in the UK is seeking multiple Class 2 Drivers in Thurrock. The role involves driving lorries up to 26 tonnes, delivering stock, and supporting the loading/unloading processes while prioritizing health and safety. Candidates must have a valid Class 2 Driver’s Licence and knowledge of local regions. This position includes a variety of benefits, such as a monthly product allowance, private medical options, and a company bonus scheme, ensuring a rewarding career in a stable environment.

Benefits

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Must possess a current and valid Class 2 Driver's Licence and CPC Driver's Card.
• Familiar with local region and up to date with the Highway Code and health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Drive lorries up to 26 tonnes delivering stock to customers.
• Support the Driver’s Mates and Warehouse team in loading/unloading stock.
• Build strong relationships with customers and departments.
• Deliver on-time using local knowledge.
• Prioritize health and safety in all processes.

Skills

Current and valid Class 2 Driver’s Licence

Knowledge of local region

Manual handling experience

Job description

Class 2 Driver

Job Title: Class 2 Driver

Location: West Thurrock, RM20 3LB

Job Length: Permanent

Working Hours: Average of 48 hours per week with start times to vary, no earlier than 4.30am.

Competitive Salary with extensive benefits

• Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non‑alcoholic options available
• Private Medical options
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Generous holiday
• Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi‑beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea and Rockstar Energy.

With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 5 production facilities and 16 logistics depot’s servicing customers up and down the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains, and that is ensuring our people succeed.

About the role

If you are interested in joining our journey, we are now recruiting for multiple Class 2 Drivers. Reporting to the Transport Manager, this role will play a key part of our success journey and you will have the opportunity to be involved in the following:

Role Responsibilities

• Driving lorries up to 26 tonnes, delivering stock to our customers.
• Supporting the Driver’s Mates and Warehouse team in loading/unloading stock.
• Building brilliant working relationships with your customers and other departments.
• Using your knowledge of the local region to safely deliver on‑time.
• Holding health and safety at the forefront of all processes.

Experience and Key Attributes

• A current and valid Class 2 Driver’s Licence and CPC Driver’s Card.
• Up to date knowledge of the Highway Code and driving (health and safety) legislation.
• Knowledge of local region.
• Manual handling experience and/or training desirable, however full training will be provided during induction.

Our commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences – including those of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We actively seek to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of our colleagues, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and inclusive practices are embedded in everything we do.

We are happy to support accessibility needs, to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates, so please do let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Application Process

We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application.

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual histories, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.