Class 1 Driver/Trainer

About the role

While you will hold a Class 1 contract and driving position, the training element will form a larger percentage of your role. Working 45 hours per week on a five‑from‑seven shift pattern, including some weekend working where required, you will deliver high‑quality Driver CPC and induction training, driving assessments, refresher training and maintain accurate training records. You will also support policy changes, operational risk assessments and safe delivery practice through safety briefs, toolbox talks and improvement initiatives, while contributing to the Driver Academy by preparing colleagues for HGV examinations and providing post‑test coaching and mentoring. Fully funded CPC hours and overtime opportunities are available.

Working closely with Compliance, H&S and DC teams, you will support accident investigations, safe and legal audits and the management of Digi cards, licences, CPC cards and tachograph downloads, as well as infringement training. Essential requirements include a valid Class C+E licence, Driver CPC qualification and recognised instructional or assessor training such as RTITB or NRI, along with experience in delivering driver training, a strong understanding of tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations and the ability to coach and mentor colleagues.

Please note that all candidates will be required to undertake a drug and alcohol test as part of the pre‑employment process.

Main Responsibilities

Safe delivery of stock to our independent retailers stores.

Completing several multi-drop deliveries a day (the amount each day will vary).

Ensuring all paperwork is completed after delivery.

Checks to include your vehicle is in good condition at the start and finish of your working day.

Working autonomously as well as part of the wider transport team.

Training and tasks as described within this Advert.  

You will need

• Class 1 Licence Holder.
• Driver CPC Holder.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Experience of multi-drop; temperature controlled food deliveries preferred, but not essential.
• Routes vary daily and therefore successful applicants will need to be flexible in work and hours of work (including at short notice).
• Driver CPC qualification, and recognised instruction or assessor training (such as RTITB, NRI, or equivalent), along with strong knowledge of transport legislation and safe‑operating standards.

Please note that all candidates will have to undertake a drug and alcohol test as part of the pre-employment tests.

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

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