Class 1 HGV Driver – Felixstowe | Free Ferry Travel

DFDS; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Contributory pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing platform access

Mental health support webinars

Job summary

DFDS in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to safely transport goods across the UK, focusing on on-time deliveries and top-notch customer service. You will operate modern curtainsiders, conduct daily checks, and ensure full regulatory compliance while maintaining high safety standards.

You’ll join a driver-friendly team that supports your development, offers ongoing training, and provides a competitive benefits package including life assurance, a pension scheme, and generous

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with DIGI card and CPC required.
• Experience with fridge trailers or curtainsiders is a bonus.
• Able to work independently and provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of UK driving rules and road safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating Class 1 vehicles and carrying out deliveries and collections across the UK.
• Transporting ambient goods using curtainsider trailers, ensuring loads are secured.
• Completing multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Conducting daily vehicle and trailer checks, reporting defects promptly.
• Ensuring transport documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Complying with Drivers’ Hours regulations, Working Time Directive, and road transport legislation.
• Maintaining tachograph information and records up to date.
• Representing DFDS professionally at customer sites and on the road.
• Supporting the wider transport operation to meet service levels and schedules.

Skills

Independent worker

Clear communication

Safety-minded

Customer service

Education

HGV Class 1 Licence (C+E)

DIGI card

CPC card

Job description

DFDS in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to safely transport goods across the UK, focusing on on-time deliveries and top-notch customer service. You will operate modern curtainsiders, conduct daily checks, and ensure full regulatory compliance while maintaining high safety standards.

You’ll join a driver-friendly team that supports your development, offers ongoing training, and provides a competitive benefits package including life assurance, a pension scheme, and generous