Class 1 Driver-Shunter

DHL Supply Chain; Derby; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Derby is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver to ensure smooth operations by delivering goods safely and on time. The ideal candidate must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence, CPC qualification, and have recent driving experience. Join us for competitive benefits and a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence.
• Have Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ideally have 2 years recent driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform trunking and delivery tasks safely and efficiently.
• Load/unload goods while adhering to health and safety standards.
• Compete with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Recent driving experience

Physical fitness for manual handling

Job description

Pay Rate: £40,952.41 plus overtime is available at time and a half
Grade: Collective Agreement
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Tuesday to Saturday - starting at 1am
Location: Castle Donington, DE74 2HL

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

• A mixture of NDC trunking, container work from ports to DC's, outlet deliveries and store deliveries
• On average 2 drops per shift
• Clothing & Home products - cages, hanging rails + totes
• Responsible for loading/unloading - manual handling required
• Shunting in the yard when required
• 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

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 2 years recent driving experience
• Be physically fit due to manual handling requirements

WHY JOIN US?

• 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.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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