Class 2 Driver

DHL Supply Chain; Basingstoke; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

GP access

Retail discounts

Loans & mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the United Kingdom is seeking a Class 2 HGV Driver to support our UK delivery operations, ensuring on-time distribution of fashion and homeware to customers nationwide. This permanent role offers structured shifts and a focus on safe driving practices.

You will work in a two-person crew delivering heavy goods, performing vehicle checks and complying with all regulatory requirements as part of our logistics leadership.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ideally have 6 months recent driving experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently, following Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Follow health and safety standards, including The Highway Code and vehicle regulations.
• Complete regular vehicle checks.
• Handle heavy goods as part of a two-person crew.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries to customers' homes.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Safety awareness

Job description

Pay Rate: £45,603.10
Grade: CA
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Rolling Rota (5 on 2 off/ 4 on 2 off/ 4 on 2 off)
Location: Basingstoke, RG24 8PH

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 2 HGV Driver to join our team on the Next contract, where you'll play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently - delivering fashion and homeware safely and on time to customers across the UK.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Drive safely and efficiently, following Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Follow health and safety standards, including The Highway Code and vehicle regulations
• Complete regular vehicle checks
• Handle heavy goods as part of a two-person crew
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries to customers' homes

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 6 months recent driving experience (desirable)

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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 14th September 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.

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