Driver

Job description

Driver

Stoke-on-Trent

Due to continued growth within our Food Services business, we are looking for a Driver to join our team in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a customer-facing role that plays a vital part in our laboratory operation, ensuring customer samples are collected and delivered safely, efficiently and on time.

ABOUT YOU

You will be a reliable, professional and customer-focused individual with experience in van driving and working directly with customers. You will be comfortable working independently, managing your own schedule and representing Intertek positively at customer sites.

You will take pride in delivering excellent service, maintaining high standards of compliance and ensuring samples are transported safely in line with temperature control requirements.

Required skills and experience:
Valid UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in van driving and customer-facing roles.
Experience of high-mileage/low-volume driving.
Strong knowledge of UK road networks and geography.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Ability to undertake occasional heavy lifting.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Driver, you will be responsible for ensuring customer samples are collected and transported in accordance with agreed schedules, quality standards and temperature-controlled requirements.

You will act as a front-line representative for Intertek, building positive relationships with customers while ensuring safe and compliant transportation of samples.

Key activities:
Collect and deliver customer samples using a refrigerated van.
Follow planned routes and collection schedules.
Provide professional customer interaction at collection sites.
Complete collection and delivery documentation accurately.
Adhere to temperature control procedures and requirements.
Report temperature variances and vehicle issues promptly.
Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stoke-on-Trent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

19-10-2026

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