Van Driver

Van Driver, Unit 1 Milltown Industrial Estate, Warrenpoint

Employment Type

Permanent

Application Start Date

10-08-2026

Application End Date

10-09-2026

Location

Unit 1 Milltown Industrial Estate, Warrenpoint

State/County

Co. Down

BT34 3FN

Country

United Kingdom

Experience

Education

Description

Department: Logistics
Reports to: Transport Manager
Location: DELI LITES Ireland Ltd, Unit 1 Milltown Industrial Estate, Warrenpoint, Co Down, BT34 3FN

The Role:

As a Van Driver, you will play a key role in delivering DELI LITES’ freshly made ‘Food To Go’ products to customers across Northern Ireland in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.

This role exists to ensure that our high-quality products reach customers in excellent condition, maintaining delivery standards and supporting overall customer satisfaction.

You will contribute to the business by acting as a brand ambassador on the road, providing excellent customer service while ensuring deliveries are completed accurately and in line with operational requirements. You will reflect DELI LITES’ core values of quality, legality, and authenticity in all aspects of your role.

Your Duties:

• Drive a company vehicle (Mercedes Sprinter Van) to deliver products to customers across Northern Ireland.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries in line with daily schedules.
• Load, secure, and unload goods safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any faults or issues.
• Ensure all deliveries are accurate, timely, and meet customer expectations.
• Provide excellent customer service and act as a professional representative of the DELI LITES brand.
• Adhere to all road safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the delivery vehicle.
• Communicate effectively with the logistics team regarding deliveries and issues.
• Carry out any other duties, within reason and capability, as determined by your Line Manager.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to amend this document to meet changing business needs.

• Valid C Class driving licence.
• Previous driving and delivery experience.
• Good knowledge of road safety and traffic regulations.
• Ability to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work night shifts and flexible hours (Monday to Saturday).
• Good communication skills and customer-focused approach.

Desired Criteria:

• Experience working within a logistics or distribution environment.
• Experience with multi-drop deliveries.
• Basic IT literacy.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach to work.

Skills and Competencies:

• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Time management and route planning
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliability and dependability
• Ability to work independently
• Problem-solving capability
• Health & Safety awareness

What We Offer:

• 28 days annual leave, including public and statutory holidays
• Additional annual leave entitlement:
• 1 extra day after 5 years’ service
• A further 1 additional day for each subsequent year of service
• Capped at 33 days total annual leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted food
• Free on-site parking
• Staff events
• EAP and Well-Being

At DELI LITES IRELAND, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. DELI LITES IRELAND is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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Deli Lites is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate against our job applicants or employees, and we aim to select the best person for the job. We monitor the community background and ask all job applicants to complete this form in order to demonstrate our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity in employment and to comply with our duties under the Fair Employment & Treatment (NI) Order 1998.
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