Night Shift Lead Driver (HGV) – Route Coach & Mentor

Fresh Direct Group; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food distribution company in Bicester seeks a Lead Driver to support the Transport team. You will coach drivers on best practices while delivering products to valued customers. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships. Benefits include 31 days annual leave, life assurance, and access to health and wellbeing services. Join a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion and helps each individual thrive.

Benefits

Wagestream - early access to earned salary

Purchase additional annual leave

24/7 GP access and wellbeing services

Life assurance

Sysco Perks for discounts

Discounted products

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence holder with in-date CPC card and Digital Tachograph.
• Comfortable with office-based administration and paperwork.
• Ability to coach fellow drivers and liaise with customers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport team in delivering products to customers.
• Coach drivers on best practices along routes and customer interactions.
• Participate in development towards day-to-day objectives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build working relationships

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

HGV Class 1 Licence

In-date CPC card

Digital Tachograph

Job description

A leading food distribution company in Bicester seeks a Lead Driver to support the Transport team. You will coach drivers on best practices while delivering products to valued customers. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships. Benefits include 31 days annual leave, life assurance, and access to health and wellbeing services. Join a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion and helps each individual thrive.