Class 2 Relief Trunk Driver and Sortation Support in Swadlincote

Make a Difference on the Open Road! Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people’s lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

About LF&E:

• Established in 2008
• 20 sites across the UK
• 300+ employees
• Specialists in temperature-controlled healthcare logistics
• Trusted by public and private healthcare sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical, and clinical trial providers
• Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist pharmaceutical delivery services.

This Relief/Sortation position provides flexible logistical and operational support across both trunking and depot activities. The role ensures the smooth running of transport operations by covering scheduled trunk routes when required, and assisting with key warehouse and sortation tasks when not on the road. This is a full-time, permanent role working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on night shifts. Typical working hours are 20:00 – 04:00 (Warehouse) or 00:00 – 09:00 (Relief Trunk). Hours may change depending on business needs; therefore flexibility is essential.

Key points to explain:

• When Working in the Warehouse: You’ll be helping keep the warehouse running smoothly checking and moving stock, picking and packing orders, getting vehicles loaded on time, and making sure the warehouse is clean and safe. There’s also FLT work involved if you’re trained, or training can be provided.
• When Covering a Trunk Route: Operate trunk routes as required, carry out route sorting at the local depot prior to departure, ensure the safe, professional, and timely completion of trunking duties.

What You’ll Need:

• Full UK Driving Licence (held for at least 3 years, with no more than 6 points).
• Class 2 Licence.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Previous warehouse and trunking experience (preferred).
• Good geographical knowledge and strong logical thinking skills.

What We Offer:

• Overtime pay.
• Company pension.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Uniform and full training provided.
• Opportunities for progression and further training.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team supporting the NHS and patients.

Please note: This role is subject to DBS checks, Right to Work verification, licence checks, and references. Please declare any criminal convictions at the interview stage.

Ready to Drive With Purpose? Apply now and become part of a team that delivers more than parcels—we deliver care. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.