Job description
At a Glance:
Position: LGV1 Driver Bracknell Transport (Night Shift)
Role: Permanent
Hours: This is a night shift position with a weekend shift pattern
Please note: Interviews will be conducted on site at our Bracknell Campus, followed by a driving assessment.
About the Role:
Going the extra mile in everything you do, maintaining high standards, professional driving and showing flexibility in your approach, this role allows for autonomy, providing that great service that makes us who we are.
As a driving professional you’ll already know of the critical importance our transport teams have to Waitrose & Partners. Our HGV Class 1 drives ensure stock is in the right place at the right time for our customers.
Some notable role Requirements:
The role would suit someone who has a strong customer focus, enjoys delivering a great service and thrives on meeting agreed targets. Your Performance and Productivity will drive your Pay and Progression here at Waitrose & Partners. It is not unusual to work from midnight to midday even prior to a rest period, please take this into consideration before applying or accepting a position with us.
Complete all branch/RDC deliveries and supplier collections within the given timescales.
Complete all daily vehicle checks and follow correct defect reporting procedures.
To complete documentation accurately.
Operate the vehicle in a safe and economical manner at all times ensuring that it is maintained in a clean and tidy state.
Effectively communicate problems and delays to all relevant parties.
Safely loading and unloading whilst complying with the correct procedures for given location.
For full details of the role and responsibilities, please see our two attached documents available on this vacancy.
Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Valid UK LGV1 C + E driving licence (with a maximum of 6 points).
Valid DCPC (Drivers Qualification Card).
Valid Tachograph Card.
Previous experience driving a 44 tonne articulated lorry
Desirable Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Previous experience in a retail distribution environment.
Additional Information:
As a Partner you will enjoy our unique benefits package, including staff discount, and so much more.
You will enjoy 25% discount at John Lewis and 20% in Waitrose
The Partnership has a competitive pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay)
Discounts in local restaurants
Subsidised learning
Access to exclusive Partnership hotels and much more!