Class 1 Driver- Drayman

DHL Germany; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL Tradeteam as a Class 1 Driver, benefiting from a competitive salary and a Monday to Friday work schedule. Responsible for transporting alcohol to local venues, you will ensure safety and compliance in your role. Enjoy perks like a 24/7 GP service and employee support.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Possess a valid HGV Class 1 Driving License (C+E).
• At least 6 months of professional driving experience.
• Ability to lift kegs weighing between 50-120 kg.

Responsibilities

• Transport alcohol to various venues safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Uphold health and safety standards while driving.

Skills

Safety First

Driving Skills

Physical Fitness

Education

HGV Class 1 Driving License (C+E)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Pay Rate: £15.88 PH (Increasing to £16.35 July 2025)
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday- Friday (Start times between 04:30AM-07:00AM)
Location: Gloucester - GL3 4AQ

Join DHL Tradeteam, Gloucester as a Class 1 Driver!

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with flexible start times between 04:30 AM and 07:00 AM.
• Exciting Deliveries: Transport alcohol to pubs, clubs, and restaurants, playing a key role in the nightlife of our community.
• Safety First: Drive safely and efficiently, adhering to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Compliance Champion: Uphold our health and safety standards, following The Highway Code, road safety rules, and vehicle regulations at all times.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?
We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience:

• Possess a valid HGV Class 1 Driving License (C+E), along with a Driver CPC Qualification and a Digital Tachograph Card.
• Bring at least 6 months of hands-on experience utilizing your C+E License in a professional driving capacity.
• Maintain physical fitness, as the role requires the ability to lift kegs of alcohol weighing between 50-120 kg multiple times a day.

WHY CHOOSE US?
As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

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