Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Working in our stores, our fast-paced environments place food at the heart of the local community. 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 and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before driving
* Provide excellent customer service, assist with questions and substitutions, and communicate any delays
* Build knowledge of products, services and promotions to offer relevant recommendations
* When not delivering, assist across the store as needed
Eligibility and 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; a driving assessment will follow if successful
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with enthusiasm for helping customers and delivering a great doorstep experience
* Experience driving a large vehicle in varied locations, including busy streets and narrow lanes
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical environment, using initiative and thriving as part of a team
* Willingness to work flexibly and learn a variety of skills through training and development
* Comfortable using new digital tools and moving shopping containers up to 15 kg
Rewards
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks; 15% discount on Fridays and Saturdays at Sainsbury’s; 15% off at Argos every pay day
* Free food and hot drinks for colleagues in all stores
* Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked; maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – company match between 4-7.5% of contributions
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy shares at discounted prices
* Shopping discounts – offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support – including access to Employee Assistance Programme
Please note that vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.
Inclusion and support
An inclusive place to work and shop. We are committed to creating an inclusive retailer where every colleague can reach their full potential and every customer feels welcome. We offer resources, networks, and development opportunities to support diverse representation, learning, and career progression. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please refer to our information here. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will support you.
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