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Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are the same. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll be a Christmas Champion delivering everything our online customers shop for at 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 vehicle checks to ensure the van is organised, clean and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure
* Delivering in a variety of locations and conditions, and driving safely
* Serving customers brilliantly, answering questions, assisting with substitutions, and communicating delays
* Building knowledge about products, services and promotions to provide recommendations
* When not delivering, assisting across the store as needed
Eligibility
* You must be over 18 and hold a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points
* An online driving risk assessment will be completed as part of your interview; if successful, a driving assessment will follow on joining
* You must have Right to Work in the UK
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with enthusiasm for helping customers and providing the best doorstep experience
* Experience driving a large vehicle in varied locations and delivering to a range of properties
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, physical environment and able to work independently or as part of a team
* Flexible, motivated to learn, and willing to work across the store when needed
* Comfortable learning to use new digital tools and technology, and able to move shopping containers up to 15 kg
What working for us offers
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks; 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday; 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 – employer contributions matched between 4-7.5%
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted share purchases
* Shopping discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support and access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Note: Some roles may be temporary during the festive period; please check the contract type and scheduled hours before applying.
Additional information
An inclusive place to work and shop. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer where every colleague can achieve their full potential and every customer feels welcome. We offer development opportunities, mentorship, training and career progression pathways, and celebrate diversity through various initiatives and events. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please review our information here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Retail
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