Warehouse Operative / Multi-Drop Delivery Driver (3.5T)
Location: Free Trade Beers & Minerals Ltd
Salary: £14.00–£16.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
About Us
Free Trade Beers & Minerals Ltd is a family-run wholesale drinks supplier that has proudly served the UK hospitality industry since 1975. We supply pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants throughout the UK via our delivery service, alongside operating a busy Cash & Carry where customers can collect directly from our depot.
We pride ourselves on providing excellent service, building long-term customer relationships and maintaining the values of a family-run business.
The Role
We are looking for a hardworking, reliable and flexible individual to join our team in a varied role that combines warehouse duties with 3.5T multi-drop deliveries.
Please note: Our business operates 7 days a week, therefore weekend working is a requirement. Rotas will be discussed during the interview process.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete multi-drop deliveries to pubs, clubs, bars, restaurants and other hospitality venues using a 3.5-tonne company van.
- Load and unload vehicles, ensuring goods are handled safely.
- Pick, pack and prepare customer orders accurately for delivery and customer collection.
- Receive deliveries and replenish warehouse stock.
- Put stock away in the correct warehouse locations.
- Assist customers collecting orders from our Cash & Carry.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment.
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
About You
The successful applicant will:
- Be 25 years of age or over (due to company vehicle insurance requirements).
- Hold a full UK driving licence for a minimum of 2 years.
- Have no unspent driving convictions.
- Have experience driving a 3.5-tonne van.
- Have a good understanding of routine vehicle maintenance and daily safety checks.
- Be physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and lifting.
- Be dependable, punctual and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and excellent customer service skills.
- Be willing to work weekends as part of a rota.
Desirable (but not essential)
- Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
- Reach Truck licence.
- Previous experience within a warehouse, wholesale, logistics or drinks distribution environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of £14.00–£16.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Company pension scheme.
- Paid annual holiday entitlement.
- Staff discount on products.
- Forklift training and ongoing development opportunities.
- Stable employment with a respected family business established in 1975.
- Friendly, supportive and team-oriented working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and to develop new skills.
If you're a dependable individual with a strong work ethic who enjoys a varied role, we'd love to hear from you. Join Free Trade Beers & Minerals Ltd and become part of a family-run business that has been serving the hospitality industry for over 50 years.
Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
