Class 2 Driver

As a Class 2 Driver, you will:

• Operate a rigid vehicle equipped with a tail lift to deliver bakery products on behalf of Allied Bakeries, Hovis and Braces Bakery from the Cullompton depot to a range of retail outlets, wholesalers, and convenience stores across the South West.
• Provide a high level of customer service at delivery points, engaging directly with customers to ensure delivery requirements are met and expectations are managed effectively.
• Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate early start times, safely operate tail-lift equipment, and carry out manual handling of bread deliveries in line with safe working practices.
• Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and transported correctly to prevent movement or damage, using straps, load restraint bars, and other securing equipment as required.
• Conduct comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company-issued mobile device, ensuring vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability at all times.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing timely updates on progress to support efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
• Participate fully in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, compliance requirements, and best-practice procedures.
  
  Must hold a UK Class 2 CE Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Demonstrate a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, courteous, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Good geographical knowledge and route awareness.
• Physically fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
  
  Competitive Salary: £14.75 per hour. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.
• Shift Hours: 4 days out of 7 on a rolling rota, comprising two day shifts
02:00hrs - 13:00hrs followed by two night shifts 22:00hrs - 09:00hrs.
• Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate. Rest day working paid.
• Training: DCPC training during your employment, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.