Delivery Driver (7.5Tonne) and Warehouse Operative

Company: Salvo
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Location: Calne
Job Description:

Join Our Team as aDelivery Driver(7.5Tonne) andWarehouse Operative at Salvo 1968! Salvo 1968, a leading Italian food wholesaler based in Calne, is seeking a reliable Van Delivery Driver and Warehouse Operative to join our dedicated team. Drive with us and help deliver the finest Italian goods to our depots and customers.Position: Full Time, PermanentSalary: Competitive, based on experienceWorking Hours: 40 Hours per week, starting at 6am fromMonday to Friday.

  • Saturday will be required

Role Responsibilities: Delivery Duties

  • Vehicle & Equipment Checks: Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle and equipment; ensure all delivery tools are present; perform regular fuel and fluid checks; empty the vehicle of debris daily
  • Driving & Safety: Follow speed and weight limits; adhere to road safety regulations; report incidents to the Transport Office immediately; comply with EU driving hours.
  • Load Security & Delivery: Secure loads; handle deliveries with care; use handheld devices for recording; place items in appropriate storage at delivery points; ensure premises are securely locked.
  • Vehicle Maintenance & Cleanliness: Maintain a clean vehicle interior; no smoking or vaping allowed.
  • Communication & Reporting: Stay in contact with the depot; use phones for work-related communication only; complete paperwork accurately.
  • PPE Compliance: Wear Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
  • Brand Representation: Maintain professionalism as a representative of the Salvo brand.
  • Delivery Assistant Duties: You will be required to support deliveries as a helper to our drivers operating larger vehicles.

Warehouse Duties

  • Receive, pick, pack, and correctly store goods in the warehouse and on vehicles.
  • Rotate stock effectively to prevent expiry.
  • Pick and pack orders for customers and suppliers.
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas.
  • Keep paper records up to date, including cleaning records, temperature checks, and forklift checks.

Person Specification:

  • Clean drivers’licence appropriate to the level of vehicle (Relevant license to operate 7.5T vehicle)
  • Ability to carry heavy loads
  • Highly motivated, flexible, and team-oriented
  • Attention to detail and punctuality

Benefits:

  • Career Development: We are committed to your growth and learning. Our comprehensive learning platform offers access to hundreds of online modules designed to help you enhance your skills and advance your career.
  • Holidays: From 2025, Enjoy our new generous holiday allowance of 31 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service.
  • Wellness Day: We care about your well-being! Each year, take one additional wellness day on us to recharge. (From 2025)
  • Discounts: Benefit from a 15% discount on trade prices at Salvo 1968.
  • Health & Wellbeing Support: Access a range of support services, including mental health assistance (remote counselling), legal guidance, and financial advice through our Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Team Socials: Participate in our vibrant team culture with annual Christmas and summer parties.
  • Enhanced Family Leave: We offer up to six months of fully paid maternity/adoption leave, six weeks of fully paid paternity leave, and enhanced shared parental leave, based on length of service.
  • Time Off for Fertility Treatment: We understand the importance of family planning. Employees receiving fertility treatment or supporting a partner undergoing treatment can take paid leave for up to six sessions per year.
  • Paid Leave for Carers: We support those with caring responsibilities by offering up to five paid leave days per year.
  • Paid Company Sick Leave: Employees who have completed their probationary period are entitled to one week of fully paid sick leave.

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Posted: April 24th, 2025