HGV Class 1 Driver (7.5 tons)

Reports To: Transport Manager

Main Purpose and Scope of the Job

Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for delivering goods to customers on time in a safe and courteous manner.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

· Carrying out Walk-Around Checks (including Tyres) on taking over any vehicles and on returning vehicle (each 15 minutes) ;

· Making sure all goods are loaded safely and that the correct quantity is loaded onto your vehicle – checking this against the pick notes;

· Follow scheduled delivery routes, driving safely and responsibly;

· Follow the delivery instructions on the invoice and the procedure strictly. Any doubt about this matter, please contact managers and make sure the payment received before releasing the goods;

· Ensure that you have the correct invoice for the deliveries and all paperwork is completed as required, all payments are collected as requested and entered the COD sheet;

· Keeping the customer and Transport Manager up to date by phoning ahead if you’re running late or any incidents;

· Providing outstanding customer service and being friendly and helpful from the moment you arrive the company;

· Keeping the vehicle clean and presentable;

· Any other reasonable Management requests.

Person Specification

• Holding a full, valid driving licence for at least three years.

• Excellent communication skills for a demanding & customer focused working environment.

• Excellent personal organisation and business administration skills.

• Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales whilst maintaining attention to quality & detail.

• Possess the willingness to learn, improve and adapt.

The Company:

Korea Foods Company is the leader in the supply of Korean food in the UK. A family-run business, established in 1999, Korea Foods Company has over 500 employees working within its Head Office, Logistics Centres, and Retail Stores.

We import from key brands in Korea, and distribute to the Asian community, focusing on East Asian consumers. We have also seen substantial growth within the supermarket multiples, securing significant listings with Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Costco.

We also operate our own retail store network, Seoul Plaza, currently with 21 stores within the estate, with more opening in 2026.

Growth has been consistently double-digit, with a sales turnover in excess of £85 million.

The company is an incredibly dynamic and fast-paced place to work, with ambiguity and transparency that is often associated with family-run businesses. It is, also, whilst not for the faint-hearted, a rewarding workplace where personal achievements are recognised due to the relatively flat management structure.

Key benefits we offer include but are not limited to:
• Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day rising to 21 days after 5 years (plus Bank holidays);
• Pension scheme -3% contributed by the company ;
• Overnight allowance of £75 per night for delivering into Midlands, Scotland, France and Germany. Drivers are allocated these routes based on a roster system;
• Annual pay review;
• 5% off Seoul Plaza &C&C ;
• Paid day off on your birthday