Title:  Logistics Driver

Requisition #:  677069
Location: 

cymru heol hopcyn john coety, GWN, GB, CF35 6AP

Career Area:  Facilities
Description: 

Reach for Remarkable

Logistics Driver – Build a career that fits around your life. 

 

Due to the sector requirements, applicants must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years, have the legal right to work, and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks. 

 

The Opportunity 

Aramark UK is looking for two Logistics Drivers to join our friendly and dedicated team at HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn John, Bridgend CF35 6AP. 

 

This is a brilliant opportunity for a reliable, motivated individual who enjoys being active, working as part of a team, and delivering an essential service — all within family friendly daytime hours. 

 

You’ll play a key role in ensuring meals are delivered safely and efficiently across the site, supporting both the kitchen and wider catering operation. 

 

Why Join Aramark? 

At Aramark, we believe great hospitality careers shouldn’t come at the expense of work–life balance. We’re a world leading contract catering organisation, working across Defence, Justice, Education, and private industry — and we’re proud of the talented people who make us who we are. 

 

Why join us? 

  • Permanent, full‑time role – 35 hours per week 
  • 4 days over 7, including alternate weekends 
  • Shift times between 6:30am and 4:30pm 
  • Salary: £25,372.03 per annum 
  • Free on‑site parking, free meals on duty, uniform provided 
  • Access to on‑site gym 
  • Employee benefits app – online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme. hundreds of discounts, including supermarkets and leisure 
  • Company benefits package including pension, life assurance, and generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more) 
  • Excellent career progression – we love to promote from within 
  • Full training provided, plus apprenticeship opportunities to support your development. 

 

What you’ll do: 

Work as part of a rolling rota, with two drivers scheduled each day across an average of four to five days per week. Working patterns may vary to cover annual leave or staffing shortages, with any additional hours paid as overtime. 

 

  • Collect hot food trolleys from the residential wings each morning using the secure airlock collection process, ensuring all security procedures are followed. 
  • Safely manoeuvre heavy hot food trolleys, load them onto the delivery vehicle, and transport them to the main kitchen. The role is physically demanding and requires a suitable level of fitness.  
  • Deliver loaded hot food trolleys to the wings for lunch service at approximately 11:00am and evening meal service at approximately 4:00pm, using the radio to arrange collection by prison officers.  
  • Collect empty trolleys from the wings after each meal service and return them to the main kitchen. The usual finishing time is 4:30pm.  
  • Assist with receiving supplier deliveries, checking goods against delivery documentation and supporting the safe storage of stock.  
  • Work appropriately alongside prisoners assigned to the main kitchen and stores area, maintaining professional boundaries and following all site security requirements. 

What we’re looking for: 

  • Valid Category C1 driving licence (including grandfather rights where applicable) 
  • Ability to pass DBS and HMPPS vetting (no prior criminal record required) 
  • Physically fit and comfortable handling hot food trolleys and tail lift vehicles 
  • A positive, proactive attitude and strong teamwork skills 
  • UK residency for 5+ years with valid right to work 

 

Please note you may be able to start work while vetting is in progress. 

 

If you’re ready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day, apply now!  

 

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. 

 

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk.

 

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

 

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application. 

 

Job reference: 677069.