HGV Driver Class 2

Brakes Food Shop; Bicester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company based in the UK is seeking a qualified HGV Driver to join their team in Bicester. You will be responsible for delivering ambient, chilled, and frozen products to depots and customers, ensuring timely and safe deliveries while maintaining the highest food hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have a Class 2 licence and valid CPC cards, with the ability to work flexibly in a shift system. The role offers great benefits and opportunities for career growth within a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Family-friendly flexibility

Ongoing training

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• A qualified driver with Class 2 licence and valid CPC cards.
• Proactive attitude towards work to excel at Fresh Direct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambient, chilled, and frozen products safely and on time.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and complete load plans.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues and customers.

Skills

Commitment to high standard of service

Ability to work well in a team

Flexibility for shift work

Education

Class 2 licence

Valid CPC cards

Job description

Class 2 - £44,975 per annum plus up to £1500 pa bonus, overtime & benefits benefits (Any 5 from 7 days- Day shift starting between 03:00 - 05:00 with some flexibility on this which will be discussed at interview)

Fresh Direct 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 Bicester as a HGV Driver and take your career to the next level.

A satisfying role

A key member of our driving team, you’ll deliver our fantastic ambient, chilled and frozen products to other depots or 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 driver with Class 2 licence, valid CPC cards and a proactive wound approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel at Fresh Direct

• a commitment to providing the highest standard of service
• the ability to workDragon well in a team
• 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.

At Fresh Direct 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 ouraudit values, we are committed to fostering 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 isHL is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Fresh Direct and we recognise that Fresh Direct 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.

Fresh Direct

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, at Fresh Direct we are dedicated to making life as easy and efficient for the chefs, cooks and caterers we serve across the country. We are the leading specialist supplier of locally and globally sourced fresh produce and dairy across Great Britain, bringing the best of the seasons to chefs’ menus.