Relief Delivery Driver Cheltenham Depot
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Location:Cheltenham
Department:Depot Operations
Hours:4 nights per week, minimum 38 hours, flexibility required. Start times typically between 2300 - 0200
Cotteswold Dairy's Cheltenham Depotareexpanding and are seeking a confident, reliable and motivatedDelivery Driverto join our busy Cheltenham team as a relief driver. This is a full time role within the business covering multiple routes within the depot, supporting the team on high-intensity,multi-drop milk deliveryroutes. Just like your traditional milk rounds, you will deliver fresh dairy products direct to customers doors.
Youll be the friendly face of our business on the doorstep, providing excellent customer service throughout.
The Role Relief Delivery Driver (Milk Roundsperson)
As a Relief Delivery Driver, youll learn and cover a variety ofmilk rounds, covering both rural countryside and urban areas. You will assist the depot manager to cover planned holidays, cover long term absence, and support the smooth running of the business. Using handheld technology, youll process orders, update customer accounts, and manage any payments. Youll load your vehicle with accuracy, secure products for safe travel, and complete deliveries in line with agreed schedules. This is a physically active role involving night shifts, early mornings, and manual handling.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver milk and dairy products to doorstep customers on time and in full
* Operate as amilk roundsperson, covering both rural and town delivery routes
* Use handheld devices to record deliveries, customer orders, and payments
* Load and unload your delivery vehicle, ensuring all products are secured
* Follow all food hygiene, health & safety, and security procedures
* Collect empty bottles, returns, and payments where required
* Maintain your vehicle in a clean and roadworthy condition
What Were Looking For
* Full UK driving licence standard Category B car licence accepted
* Good customer service and communication skills
* Physically fit for manual handling in a fast-paced role
* Comfortable with early morning starts and working nights
* Reliable, with strong time management and attention to detail
* Previous experience in a delivery driver,milk xsngvjr delivery, or retail role is desirable but not essential full training will be given
Benefits
* Competitive salary and a driving safety bonus
* 18 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service
* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)
* Discounted products and delivery options
* Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
* Health and wellbeing cashback scheme Simply Health
If youre looking for a rewarding driving role as a ReliefDelivery Driver,Milk Roundsperson, orMilk Delivery Driverin a respected family-run business, wed love to hear from you. Apply today to join our Cheltenham Depot and bring the tradition of the milk round to life for our valued customers.