Our unwavering commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a thriving enterprise, and we recognize that this success is deeply rooted in the exceptional contributions of our employees.
We are committed to hiring and retaining talented individuals who possess the requisite skills, qualifications, and experience to drive innovation and contribute meaningfully to the Company’s continued prosperity.
Senior Driver / Transport Lead – Aberdeen
Salary: £31,500.00 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time, contracted to 45 hours per week
Fleet: 3 x 3.5T Vans
Reports to: Group Transport Manager
About the Role: We are looking for a proactive and reliable Senior Driver / Transport Lead to join our team in Aberdeen. Although our fleet of 3.5‑tonne vans does not require CPC‑qualified drivers, this role includes additional transport management responsibilities – therefore a valid CPC qualification is essential.
This position is ideal for an experienced driver looking to step up into a leadership role, combining hands‑on driving duties with co‑ordination and oversight of a small transport operation.
Key Responsibilities
Driving & Operational Duties:
- Carry out deliveries and collections across Scotland using a 3.5T van
- Ensure vehicles are driven safely and maintained to a high standard
- Complete all required delivery paperwork and digital records accurately
Transport Management Responsibilities:
- Act as the senior point of contact for the team of three drivers
- Assist in daily route planning and scheduling to optimise efficiency
- Ensure compliance with transport legislation, vehicle checks and safety standards
- Monitor driver performance and provide guidance when requiredLiaise with management on fleet maintenance, operational issues and process improvements
Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Proven experience in a driving role
- Strong understanding of transport compliance and vehicle safety
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Ability to lead, support and co‑ordinate a small team
What we offer
- Life assurance (Death‑in‑Service payment)
- Supportive working environment
- Stable role within a growing operation
- Auto‑enrolment pension
- Staff discount on all company products
- Company SickPay Scheme (after 2 years)
How to Apply
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and CPC status to jobs@dunnsfoodanddrinks.co.uk. Please state your availability and confirm your eligibility to work in the UK.
Closing Date 31/5/2026
HGV Delivery Drivers
Location: From our Blantyre HQ
Salary: £38,754.30 per year
As a driver at Dunns Food and Drinks you will be working for one of Scotland’s leading independent wholesalers, with a remarkable portfolio of global beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks and food products.
We deliver primarily to Scotland’s top bars, hotels and restaurants, as well as the leading independent retailers in the country, although the pandemic led to us pivoting to offer home deliveries and collections also.
We are on a mission to make people as passionate about the great food and drinks that we supply as we are. Our team of drivers are literally at the heart of delivering that, along with our shared goal of being the #1 independent delivered wholesaler in Scotland.
Main Responsibilities:
You will be carrying out multi-drop deliveries to our expanding band of wonderful customers across Scotland. Our fleet contains both temperature controlled and ambient trucks ranging from 3.5 tonne up to 26 tonners.
Our drivers are the heart of our business so the work can be hard, and it isn’t for the feint hearted. But you will have a regular routine, some time on your own and a radio!
It’s a challenging role but we realise the importance of supporting our team and want to make life as easy as possible for all our drivers. Our 24/7 delivery operation based in Blantyre, means we have a warehouse team who will have your delivery ready and handle loading for you, as well as flexibly working around you wherever possible. Many of our customers prefer us to deliver early in the day, so there’s plenty of chance to get your deliveries done while roads are quieter.
The ideal candidate must:
- Have a Class 2 licence
- Experience of multi-drops would be preferable but not essential, as you will be trained on the job.
- Have a Digi‑tacho card and a CPC card for 7.5t and above.
- Be in good physical shape as the work can be demanding
About The Company:
Dunns Food and Drinks Ltd has been a family owned company since its origins as a soft drinks company back in 1875.
Today, we offer thousands of food and drinks products to many of Scotland’s best known pubs, restaurants, bars, clubs, hotels and cafes. Our core values include respect, innovation and integrity and knowing we have a place in ourcommunity. So whilst we have many young people placed throughout the business, we also have many long serving colleagues.
Our business is incredibly diverse, so it takes a wide range of skills to deliver the exceptional service our customers require.
Wherever you join us, you’ll be part of an organisation that will help your career move forward.
Package Description:
From great benefits and flexible hours, to driving deliveries that are picked and ready to go for you, there is plenty to look forward to in a driving role at Dunns – including the job security of a family business that has been around for nearly 150 years.
- As well as a competitive salary offered at monthly pay intervals you will be eligible for employee assistance schemes.
- You will be entitled to 28 days (pro rata) annual leave.
- You can top up your basic wage with the opportunity to do some overtime at time and a third.
- Don’t just deliver our goods – buy them; all team members receive a healthy staff discount.
Shift Pattern:
Our drivers work on a shift pattern of either Mon‑Fri or Tue‑Sat with a 1 in 4 requirement for a Monday or Saturday, working out at 22 days per 4 weeks.
Flexible working patterns are available and our Class 2 Vehicles also come with a van assistant to help you with the multi-drop environment.
Working hours:
Our driving roles are based on a 45 hour week – although average working hours are 38‑40 per week.
Overtime, if required, is applied at 1.333
Applying:
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to jobs@dunnsfoodanddrinks.co.uk.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.
Work Experience & Internships
Dunns Food and Drinks Ltd are approved by the South Lanarkshire local authority to offer work experience and we work with numerous secondary schools in our local community.
We receives numerous enquiries about longer‑term placements and internships, paid and unpaid. Regrettably, we do not have the resources to be able to facilitate this on every occasion but we will review all requests on merit against current requirements.
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