Job Description
Job Title: Class 2 HGV Driver – Sainsbury's Local Deliveries
Location: Charlton, Thameside (or other regional depots)
Employer: Wincanton Dedicated Grocery (on behalf of Sainsbury's)
Salary: £19.20 per hour (basic), plus overtime and comprehensive benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Day Shifts (Start Times: Between 05:00-08:00), working on a 4 week rota, 4 days, 4 days, 5 days, 4 days = 170 hrs per 4 week
Job Purpose
To deliver goods safely and efficiently to Sainsbury's convenience stores using a Class 2 vehicle. This role ensures timely deliveries, accurate documentation, and excellent customer service while maintaining compliance with transport regulations. Drivers play a vital role in supporting store operations, representing Wincanton Dedicated Grocery professionally, and contributing to overall supply chain performance.
Key Responsibilities
Operate a Class 2 (Category C) vehicle in accordance with road safety and company standards.
Carry out multi-drop deliveries to Sainsbury's convenience stores and regional distribution centres (RDCs).
Safely unload caged or palletised goods using tail lift and kerbside delivery methods.
Ensure all delivery documentation is accurately completed, signed, and returned.
Collect empty cages, returns, or agreed waste materials from stores.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
Deliver excellent customer service, acting as a professional representative of Wincanton Dedicated Grocery and Sainsbury's.
Comply with tachograph regulations, driver hours legislation, and company transport policies.
Attend all mandatory training sessions and maintain up-to-date CPC certification.
Candidate Requirements:
Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph card.
Minimum of 12 months HGV driving experience.
Drug & Alcohol Test at Interview Stage
Clean driving record with no more than 6 penalty points.
Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
Experience in retail or commercial delivery environments is desirable.
Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
About Us
Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions up and down the country. Through a wealth of experience and knowledge Wincanton provides business critical services including storage, handling and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer 'dark stores'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK's best-known companies.