Apprentice Service Delivery Driver

During your apprenticeship, you will rotate through key departments to gain a 360-degree view of our operations. Your development journey will include:
+ Gaining exposure to Transport, Customer Service, and Operations during your first 6 months.
+ Attending regular training sessions covering professional driving standards, vehicle safety, fuel efficiency, incident management, safe loading, and customer service.
+ Spending 1 week per month shadowing an experienced driver to build practical knowledge.
+ Beginning Category C driver training and DVSA testing at the 6-month mark.
+ Driving under supervision as a Trainee Driver from months 7-12, applying safe and compliant practices.
+ Participating in ongoing mentoring, development reviews, and assessments throughout your apprenticeship.
+ Handling the collection and exchange of 240-litre wheelie bins containing food and catering waste, including loading and unloading at customer sites.
+ Performing daily vehicle checks, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
+ Accurately completing all required documentation and using PDAs for route logging and service tracking.
+ Acting as a professional ambassador for ReFood, ensuring excellent service to our clients.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:
+ A full, clean Category B (car) driving licence
+ Functional Skills in English and Maths (minimum Entry Level 3.5)
+ A good understanding or awareness of road safety and regulations
+ Willingness to learn and develop knowledge in professional driving, vehicle operation, and logistics
+ A responsible attitude towards accurate documentation and compliance
+ A smart, professional appearance (uniform provided) and strong interpersonal skills
+ The ability to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
+ Commitment to working 40 hours per week in accordance with EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Are you looking to kickstart a career in professional driving and logistics with a forward-thinking, environmentally responsible company? ReFood is offering an exciting opportunity to join us as an Apprentice Service Delivery Driver. This structured 12-month apprenticeship is designed to provide hands-on experience, valuable industry insight, and formal driver training-setting you up for long-term success in the logistics sector.