Class 1 Driver

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Fazeley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employer contribution 8%

Employee contribution 4%

GP consultations

Discounts

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver to join our Tamworth operations. You will ensure goods are delivered safely and on time, while adhering to drivers' hours regulations and health & safety standards. A typical day includes RDC deliveries and vehicle checks.

Applicants should hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with Driver CPC and Tachograph Card, with 6–12 months of recent driving experience preferred. Competitive pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence (C+E) with Driver CPC.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• 6–12 months of recent driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive.
• Follow health and safety standards and the Highway Code at all times.
• Carry out regular vehicle checks.
• RDC deliveries 1–2 per day.

Job description

Pay Rate: £43,000.00 + Any Shift Premium + Any Overtime Grade: Collective Agreement
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Tuesday-Saturday start times from midnight-03.00 Location: Tamworth B78 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
• RDC deliveries 1-2 a day

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 6-12 months recent driving experience

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 33 days annual leave
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 12th October 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.