Class 1 Driver

DHL Group; Castleford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on-site

Generous pension with up to 8% pension

Free confidential GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver in Castleford to help ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries. The role focuses on safe driving, adherence to regulations, and efficient vehicle checks within a permanent full-time contract.

The position involves early shift patterns (start time between 1am-6am) and may require overnight stays on occasion. A company pension and various employee benefits are available.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC and Tachograph Card required.
• Preferably have 6 months driving experience.
• Able to operate a Pallet truck when required.

Responsibilities

• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Complying with health and safety standards at all times, adhering to The Highway Code and vehicle regulations.
• Regular completion of vehicle checks.
• Overnight stays on certain drops when required.

Skills

HGV Class 1

Driver CPC

Tachograph Card

Tools

Pallet truck

Job description

Pay Rate: £37,033.65

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Monday-Fridays, Start time between 1am-6am

Location: Castleford, WF10 5HX

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
• Regular completion of vehicle checks
• Manual handling of customer products
• Staying overnight when required on certain drops.

this Role Would Suit People Who

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 6 months recent driving experience
• Comfortable using a Pallet truck when required

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Generous pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

who We Are

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.