Overview
Join to apply for the Home Delivery Driver role at Sainsbury's.
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are the same. They are at the heart of the local community, providing outstanding value, quality and service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll deliver everything our online customers shopped for from Sainsbury’s.
What you’ll be doing
* Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to customers’ doorsteps on time and in good condition
* Carrying out checks to keep the van organized, clean and roadworthy, and ensuring delivery cases are secure before setting out
* Serving customers brilliantly, assisting with questions and substitutions, and keeping them informed of any delays
* Building knowledge about our products, services and promotions to help provide recommendations
* When not delivering, assisting across the store as needed
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and delivering the best doorstep experience
* Proficient at driving a large vehicle in different locations and delivering to a variety of properties
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, physical environment and able to solve problems, both independently and as part of a team
* Flexible and eager to learn, with opportunities to develop and try new things
* Willing to learn new digital tools and technology, and able to move shopping containers up to 15 kg
Eligibility and requirements
* 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, and, if successful, a driving assessment on joining us
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
Rewards and benefits
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, rising to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s on Fridays and Saturdays, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
* Free food and hot drinks for Colleagues in all stores
* Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – company contribution matching between 4-7.5%
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted share purchases
* Shopping discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Please note that vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.
An inclusive place to work and shop. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer where every colleague can reach their potential and every customer feels welcome. Our colleagues may be entitled to enhanced discretionary leave for families and support for carers, with resources to help them understand and support their role and their team.
We offer development opportunities, including mentorship, training and career progression, and celebrate diversity through initiatives and events. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please visit our site. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will support you.
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