Overview
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are the same and food is our passion. They are at the heart of the local community, providing outstanding value, unbeatable quality and great service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll be the special ingredient that delivers everything our online customers shopped for at Sainsbury’s.
Responsibilities
* Drive a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to customers’ doorsteps, on time and in good condition
* Complete checks to ensure the van is organised, clean, roadworthy and that delivery cases are secure before setting out
* Drive safely in a variety of locations and conditions
* Serve customers brilliantly, support with questions and substitutions, and keep customers informed of any delays
* Build knowledge about products, services and promotions to provide recommendations
* When not delivering, assist across the store as needed
Qualifications
* You must be over 18 and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points
* You will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview; if successful, there’ll be a driving assessment when you join us
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and delivering the best doorstep experience
* Proficient in driving a large vehicle in varied locations and delivering to diverse residential properties
* Thrives in a fast-paced, physical environment, uses initiative to solve problems, and works well both independently and as part of a team
* Willing to work flexibly and learn across a range of skills; opportunities to develop and try new things
* Comfortable using new digital tools and technology; able to move shopping containers up to 15 kg
Rewards and Benefits
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% on Fridays and Saturdays; 15% off at Argos every pay day
* Free food and hot drinks provided for colleagues in all stores
* Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – employer contributions match between 4% and 7.5%
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted share purchases
* Shopping discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support, including free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
Inclusion and support
We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer where every colleague can achieve their potential and every customer feels welcome. We may offer enhanced discretionary leave for families and carers. Our colleague networks seek to ensure true representation and remove barriers to success. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you.
Role details
* Seniority level – Entry level
* Employment type – Part-time
* Job function – Management and Manufacturing
* Industries – Retail
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