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Customer Delivery Driver - Galway

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Tesco

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Logistics
  • Galway

AI generated summary

  • You must have a valid driving licence for 2+ years, be a safe driver, enjoy helping others, communicate well, stay calm under pressure, and care about making a difference.
  • You will ensure a great home shopping experience by loading deliveries, driving safely, following routes, wearing your uniform, greeting customers warmly, and handling their orders with care.

Requirements

  • To have had a full IRISH or EU driving licence (manual or automatic) for at least 2 years with no more than 3 penalty points
  • To be a safe and courteous drivers
  • To enjoy helping others
  • To be personable with a good sense of humour and excellent communication skills
  • The ability to take the initiative and use common sense
  • To care about making a difference for customers and colleagues
  • The ability to stay calm under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Providing an excellent home shopping experience by putting our customers at the heart of everything we do is our main responsibility.
  • Loading the van where required, and check your van for roadworthiness.
  • Understanding the schedule and route that has been calculated for you.
  • Looking the part in your uniform, ready to help our customers.
  • Driving safely, responsibly and within the law.
  • To be courteous to all road users.
  • Serving your customer with a smile and greet them by name.
  • Taking care of your customer’s deliveries as if they were your own.

FAQs

What is the role of a Customer Delivery Driver at Tesco?

The Customer Delivery Driver is responsible for providing an excellent home shopping experience, loading the van, understanding delivery schedules and routes, driving safely, and delivering orders to customers with a friendly demeanor.

What are the shift patterns available for this position?

Various shifts are available for Customer Delivery Drivers.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this job?

You need to have a full Irish or EU driving licence for at least 2 years with no more than 3 penalty points, and you must be a safe and courteous driver.

Is there a requirement to complete a Garda Vetting Process?

Yes, as part of the recruitment process, job offers are subject to the Garda Vetting Process.

What should I do if I've been disqualified from driving in the last 10 years?

If you have been disqualified from driving within the last 10 years, your application cannot be accepted.

What are the work hours for Customer Delivery Drivers?

Part-time and full-time contracts are available, with hours ranging between 20 to 39 hours a week.

What is the hourly pay rate for new drivers?

The hourly rate of pay for new drivers is €17.19 per hour, with additional premiums for Sunday working.

Are there any benefits to working at Tesco?

Yes, benefits include various shift options, annual bonuses, colleague discounts, access to a virtual GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance, retirement plans, and more.

How can I request additional support during the recruitment process?

You can request additional support by emailing tescoireland.recruitment@tesco.ie to inform them about your needs.

Are there opportunities for career progression at Tesco?

Yes, Tesco provides various business areas and working patterns, allowing for potential career development opportunities within the company.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

One of the world’s largest retailers of consumer goods from food to fashion. Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day in our stores and online is at the heart of everything we do. Founded in 1919 by Jack Cohen using the £30 he received on leaving the Royal Flying Corp, we’ve come a long way from his small market stall in East London. Today over 400,000 colleagues work across our stores, office, distribution and customer engagement centres in the UK, Europe and Asia. Share our passion for the people, products and places that make us great, and we can offer the right support to develop your skills.