HGV Class 2 Driver

Brakes Food Shop; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK foodservice supplier in Peterlee is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join their vibrant team. In this role, you’ll deliver chilled and frozen products to customers while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class 2 license, strong communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Enjoy a competitive salary of £39,000 alongside benefits like a pension scheme, generous holiday, and family-friendly flexibility.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Family-friendly flexibility

Ongoing training

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• Qualified Class 2 Driver with valid CPC cards.
• Proactive approach to work.
• Aiming to deliver high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products safely, on time, and adhere to hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records and load plans.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues and customers.

Skills

Strong communication and people skills

Commitment to high service standards

Ability to follow processes

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Valid CPC cards

Job description

Annual Salary £39,000, Plus a great range of benefits

Monday - Friday with 1 in 4 Saturdays, 45 hours PW

Quick apply process – no CV required!

Brakes is a top UK food business and a proud part of Sysco GB – the world's leading foodservice company. We’re growing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry. So join us in Peterlee as an HGV Class 2 Driver and help us deliver excellence far and wide.

A satisfying role

A key member of our driving team, you’ll deliver our fantastic ambient, chilled and frozen products to customers across the local region. You’ll make sure everything is delivered safely, on time and to the highest food hygiene standards. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing load plans and building positive relationships with your colleagues and customers.

What you bring to the mix

• A qualified Class 2 Driver with valid CPC cards and a proactive approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel at Sysco:
• Commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers
• Strong communication and people skills
• The ability to follow processes and procedures
• The flexibility to work in a shift system

Bags of benefits

We take care of our people. On our team, you’ll be able to take your pick from everything from a pension scheme and generous holiday to family-friendly flexibility and ongoing training. You’ll get fantastic discounts on our delicious products too.

Tempted to join the team? Apply today!

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!