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Class 2 Driver - DRIVER ACADEMY
Job ref: 30997 Category: Driver
1. Salary Competitive
2. Location 2-4 Dewar Cl Fareham
3. Contract Type Permanent
4. Hours 45 hours
5. Closing Date 25 June, 2026
6. Business Unit Booker Distribution
7. Share
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2-4 Dewar Cl Fareham PO15 5UB
About the role
we’re thrilled to introduce our brand‑new Driver Academy, right here at Fareham Distribution an exciting opportunity to build your driving career with us.
Our drivers are at the heart of our operation. Every day, you’ll be out on the road representing our business, delivering essential goods to our Retailers and keeping our supply chain moving smoothly. You’ll take pride in ensuring our caged deliveries reach stores safely, and on your return.
This is a hands‑on, active role perfect for someone who enjoys staying physically fit. You’ll be moving cages and lifting goods, all while working as part of a supportive, experienced team who’ll help you every step of the way.
Join us and take the wheel of a rewarding career journey.
Main Responsibilities
In this position, you will be responsible for the 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.
That your vehicle is in good condition at the start and finish of your shift
Working autonomously as well as part of the wider transport team
You will need
8. To receive fully funded training and receive a qualification for Class 2 Driving
9. To be able to drive and have been driving for over 2 years (Cat B)
10. Driver CPC training given
11. Ability to deliver excellent customer service as you will be the face of Booker when completing deliveries.
12. Experience of multi-drop; temperature controlled food deliveries will be part of the Academy
13. Available to work 45 hours a week (overtime available after passing Academy)
14. Flexible approach to working hours as routes vary daily and will include Saturdays
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:
15. A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
16. 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.
17. 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
18. Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
19. 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.
20. 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
21. Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
22. An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
23. 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.
24. Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
25. Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
26. Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
27. A great holiday package