Job Description

Looking for a role that fits around your family and lifestyle? Want to be part of the team at a purpose-driven, family-run business?

At Dunsters Farm, we're offering just that. We're seeking a Class 2 Multi-Drop Drivers to join our Bury team, working Part-Time, Term-Time only - giving you the flexibility to balance work with family or other commitments.

You'll be working on a Part-Time, Term-Time, Permanent basis, 3 days per week - Monday, Tuesday & Saturday, contracted to 24hrs per week, with start times between 04:00 and 06:00. This role will require flexibility on your working week as some days will be longer than others.

Pay, benefits and more:

As a Class 2 Part-Time, Term-Time Driver you'll receive:

Salary: 15,715.38 (pro rate based on 30,000 FTE) Bonus: Up to 2,250 per year (pro rate) On-going annual CPC training Dunsters Farm discount scheme after probation Benefits: A wide range of benefits including 32 days holiday, life insurance, staff discounts and a health cash plan covering opticians, dentist, physio and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:

Work as a part of the team delivering products to customer premises on a multidrop basis - an average of 12 drops per day. Once you've completed your induction, you will have a multi-drop route of your own, enabling you to build a strong rapport with customers. Maintain accurate driving/working time records using the Tdi system and manual entries to record all working hours as required by the WTD regulations Operate company vehicles in a safe, legal, and efficient manner Ensure all products are checked off the vehicle and the customer receive the correct products and delivery documentation Keep customers informed of their estimated time of delivery and where issues occur communicate with them in a polite and courteous manner

What does "term time only" mean?

You will only be required to be on shift for 39 weeks per year (school term time), for the other 13 weeks (school holidays) you will not be required to work, however you will be paid pro rata, meaning you still get paid monthly throughout the year, regardless of whether you are on shift or not.

What were looking for:

A full UK driving licence with category Class 2 Entitlement is essential, (new passes welcome) No more than 6 penalty points on your licence (no DD, DR, DG, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT endorsements) An up-to-date CPC and Digital Tachograph A positive, proactive attitude - it's a physical job that keeps you on the go Previous experience in multidrop, deliveries preferable but not essential. Excellent customer service skills, both written and verbal Willingness to undertake pre-employment Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) Be prepared to commute to Bury (BL9 7BR) for the required shift pattern.

A great fit for a growing team:

We're a small, driven team looking for someone who's passionate about customer service and wants a role that works around their family commitments. If that sounds like you, let's have a chat!

What is the company like?

Established in 1963, Dunsters Farm are a family run foodservice delivering chilled, ambient and non-food products to catering customers with depots in Bury and Oswestry.

We are a purpose driven company that is growing year on year. Proud winners of the Family Business of the Year Awards 2024 & Good Employment Charter's Flexible Working Award 2022. We are proud Members of The Greater Manchester Employment Charter and a Real Living Wage employer.

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

Class 2 entitlement driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person