Pilgrim Foodservice
Lead Driver
Lead Driver at Pilgrim Foodservice, based in Boston, East Midlands, paying £18.00 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £18.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Boston, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- HGV Driving
- HGV Class 2
- Driver CPC
40% below the typical rate for hgv driving
Reference 95
About the role
Job Introduction
Lead Driver
Pilgrim Foodservice is looking for an experienced and dependable Lead Driver to join our Transport team. This is a varied role combining HGV driving with day-to-day support for drivers and the smooth running of our depot operation.
You’ll lead by example on the road and at the depot, helping us deliver a safe, reliable and professional service to our customers.
What you’ll be doing
Driving an HGV safely and professionally, completing deliveries and collections with care.
Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting defects or other concerns promptly.
Making sure loads are secure and refrigerated units are operating at the correct temperature.
Supporting the shift as its senior driver, including helping with departures, returns and early dispatch when needed.
Providing cover for driver absences and short-notice operational requirements.
Supporting driver inductions, coaching and training, and giving constructive feedback.
Helping with driver debriefs and making sure operational issues are recorded and passed on.
Maintaining accurate records and following driving, vehicle, food safety and company procedures.
Working closely with drivers, planners, warehouse colleagues and customers to support clear communication and effective handovers.
What you’ll bring
A valid HGV Category C licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
Experience in a transport or distribution environment. Chilled or frozen experience would be an advantage.
A strong understanding of driver compliance, vehicle safety and professional driving standards.
Confidence using transport, telematics or route management systems.
Clear communication skills and the ability to support and positively influence colleagues.
A calm, organised and practical approach to solving problems in a fast-paced environment.
A reliable, team-focused attitude and commitment to high standards of safety and customer service.
Confidence carrying out delivery duties, which can involve moderate to physically demanding work.
Why join Pilgrim Foodservice?
As a Lead Driver, you’ll play an important part in supporting our drivers and keeping our operation running safely and smoothly. You’ll be a representative of Pilgrim Foodservice whenever you’re on the road, so professionalism, courtesy and care matter in everything you do.
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Overview
Number of Positions1
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
40
Salary
£18.00
Job Category
Transport
Location
Boston
Reference
pilgrimcareers/TP/111/95
Reference: 95 · Posted 3 hours ago · Closes 10 Dec 2026 · Listed via Pilgrim Foodservice
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