Coldstore Operative & Driver

Job description

Coldstore Operative & Relief Delivery Driver - Permanent Position

Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00am 4:00pm (including Bank Holidays) with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.- variable hours
Occasional early starts (from 7:00am) may be required when covering delivery routes.

£13.20 per hour - 37.5 hours per week

About the Role:
We're looking for a dependable and flexible individual to join our client's small, friendly team. As a Coldstore Operative, youll work in a temperature-controlled environment at -20C (full protective clothing provided), picking and preparing frozen orders. Youll also act as a Relief Delivery Driver, stepping in to cover deliveries during staff absences.

This is a hands-on, customer-focused role that requires a strong team ethic and a willingness to support colleagues across different areas of the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Picking and preparing customer orders in our coldstore
• Providing excellent customer service during deliveries
• Safely and lawfully driving company vehicles
• Using our delivery driver mobile app and route tools (e.g., Google Maps, what3words)
• Carrying out pre-delivery vehicle inspections when required
• Supporting other departments as needed
• Respecting and maintaining customer confidentiality

What Were Looking For:

• Full, clean UK manual driving licence
• Previous customer service experience
• Confidence using basic technology and mobile apps
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and schedules
• Warehouse experience is a plus but not essential
• Evidence of work reliability and stability

Personal Qualities:

• Friendly and approachable
• Reliable with excellent attendance and timekeeping
• Passionate about delivering exceptional service
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Additional Information:

• All applications will be processed through a recruitment agency
• Pre-employment checks are required, including a DBS and Driving Licence check

For further info please apply now or give us a call on 01258 458 695

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Blandford Forum

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£13.00 Per Hour

Published at

26-08-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English