HGV Driver Class 2

Fresh Direct Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice supplier in the UK is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to join their growing team in Portbury. You will be responsible for safely delivering ambient, chilled, and frozen products to local customers while ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene. Strong communication and service skills are essential, along with qualifications as a Class 2 Driver with valid CPC cards. This role offers excellent benefits including a pension scheme, family-friendly flexibility, and ongoing training.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Discounts on products

Ongoing training

Family-friendly flexibility

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to work is essential.
• Responsible for delivering products safely and on time.
• Maintain accurate records and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambient, chilled, and frozen products.
• Ensure food hygiene standards are met.
• Complete load plans accurately.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to follow processes

Flexibility to work in shifts

Commitment to high service standards

Education

Qualified Class 2 Driver with valid CPC cards

Job description

Brakesis a top UK food business and a proud part of Sysco GB –the world's leading foodservice company.We’regrowing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry.Sojoin us inPortburyasan HGV Class 2 Driver andhelp us deliver excellencefar and wide.

A satisfying role

A key member of our driving team,you’lldeliver our fantastic ambient,chilledand frozen products to customers across the local region.You’llmake sure everythingis delivered safelyon time and to the highest food hygiene standards.You’llalsobe responsible formaintainingaccuraterecords, completing loadplansand building positive relationships with your colleagues and customers.

What you bring to the mix

AqualifiedClass2Driver with valid CPC cards and a proactive approach to your work, you have what it takes to excel at Sysco:

• a commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers
• strong communicationand peopleskills
• the ability tofollow processes and procedures
• the flexibility to work in a shift system

Bags of benefits

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

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 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 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!