Lead Driver HGV Days

Fresh Direct Group; Bicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supply company in Bicester is looking for a Lead Driver to support the Transport team in delivering quality products. The ideal candidate must hold an HGV Class 1 Licence, an in-date CPC card, and have strong communication skills. Responsibilities include coaching drivers, ensuring high service quality, and handling office administration tasks. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, promoting a diverse workplace culture where all employees are valued.

Benefits

Wagestream for early salary access

Option to purchase additional annual leave

24/7 GP appointments and health services

Life assurance

Discounts through Sysco Perks

Discounted products

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence holder required.
• In-date CPC card and Digital Tachograph needed.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport team in delivering products.
• Model high-quality service to customers.
• Coach drivers on best practices along routes.
• Complete office-based administration tasks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Workload prioritization

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Job description

If you are an HGV Class 1 Licence holder with an in-date CPC card and Digital Tachograph looking for career progression and an opportunity to share your knowledge and experience then you could become a Lead Driver within our Fresh Direct Depot based in Bicester.

The Lead Driver supports the Transport team with delivering our fantastic products to our valuable customers. This role role-models the highest quality of service to our customers and acts as a SME on customer routes. With this knowledge, this role coaches the drivers in their pod on best practice along routes and how to interact with customers.

You’ll need to have strong communication skills and be able to develop good working relationships with colleagues and customers alike. You’ll need to be able to prioritise workload, keeping the team updated and motivated to work together. You’ll be welcomed into the Transport office space and be willing to participate in development towards day-to-day objectives as Lead Driver. You can expect some office based administration to complete so you will need to be comfortable with using Microsoft word and excel as well as completing paperwork accurately.

In addition to a competitive monthly salary, 31 days annual leave (inc. statutory) and company pension, you can also look forward to the following benefits:

• Wagestream – Access to an app that gives you early access to your earned salary and supports financial wellbeing
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Help at Hand - Access to 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy and a range of health and wellbeing services for you and your family
• Life assurance
• Access to Sysco Perks offering discounts across a wide range of products and services – from gym membership to your weekly supermarket shop
• The ability to purchase our products at hugely discounted prices

To enjoy the rewards of joining our supportive team, apply now.

Additional Information

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 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 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.