Driver – Logistics Foodservice (Newry Depot)

Job title:

Driver – Logistics Foodservice (Newry Depot)

Company

Henderson Group

Job description

Driver – Logistics Foodservice
Attractive Salary and Benefits
38 Hour week
Newry DepotWho are we?
Henderson Group are proud to be Northern Ireland’s leading foodservice provider. Our group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice and Henderson Group Property. We employ over 5,500 staff and have been placed 5th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2024.We’re an Investors in People accredited, family-owned group, and our culture is lived out through our four core values- Ambition, Customer First, Teamwork and Integrity.A look into the roleHenderson Food Service is the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland. We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals and offices.Following another year of record growth, our team continue to exceed targets and delivered a sales increase of 41.4% in N.I. last year. Our team will offer you a positive and supportive environment to enjoy success within our market leading brand.We achieved Gold accreditation against the Investors in People standard framework in 2020 in recognition of people management excellence and our commitment to investment in people.There’s plenty of great reasons why you should join the driving team at Henderson Foodservice.This role involves working from our Foodservice depot in Newry, delivering frozen food products to the Foodservice sector throughout Northern Ireland.Reporting to the Transport Supervisor, the successful applicant will be responsible for providing a superior quality delivery service.Main duties include:

• Loading and securing of all goods at the depot;
• Ensuring all documentation is correct prior to departing from depot;
• Delivering the goods in first class condition to the agreed location;
• Ensuring the appropriate delivery documentation is signed.
• Collecting and documenting all product returns
• Maintenance of the lorry (including vehicle hygiene plus daily water/oil/fuel checks),
• Cage control and accountability.

The role involves a significant amount of manual handling, specifically pushing, pulling and lifting heavy loads.What You’ll Need to Succeed:Essential Criteria:

• Hold a current LGV Group C licence
• Possess a Driver Qualification Card
• Possess a Digital Tachograph Card
• Have a good knowledge of the Northern Ireland road network
• Able to deliver outstanding Customer Service

Desirable Criteria:

• Relevant driving experience
• Multi-drop delivery experience
• A good knowledge of vehicle refrigeration
• A good knowledge of tail lift operation

Applicants should note that based on the response, the Company may increase the shortlisting criteria.Are we right for you?As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.Ambition – We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.Customer First – We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.Teamwork – We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.Integrity – We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.The RewardThe impact you can make with Henderson Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business that places our communities at the heart of what we do.
Our business has been recognised externally for delivering excellence in employment. We value employee development and heavily invest in our people.Benefits include market competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, employee assistance programme, social club, Perks Offers/Discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores and many more.Hours and days of work:
The successful applicants will have a core contract of 38 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, Tuesday-Saturday – job to finish and overtime as required. Working on a 6th day every two weeks (Monday) is also a requirement for this role. Start times between 4am and 5am daily and flexibility is required with regards to hours of work.Earnings potential:
Our Drivers are paid for every hour worked through a performance bonus scheme. After training, you can potentially earn £36k OTE gross upwards per annum.The selection process:
Please be advised that we do not accept paper application forms. All candidates must fully complete the online application form to be considered for the role. The selection process will involve an interview, after which you may be invited to complete a driving assessment.Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Sunday 16th February 2025.We are an equal opportunities employer

Expected salary

Location

Newry

Job date

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:21:31 GMT

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