Class 2 Driver

DHL Air (UK) Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

GP consultations

Discounts

Loans & savings

Mortgage advice

33 days annual leave

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Livingston is recruiting permanent HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our team. You will deliver chilled, frozen and ambient products across the network, upholding safety and professionalism on every run.

Typical shifts are 42.5 hours per week, Tue to Sat or Sun to Thurs, with starts around 08:00. Overtime is paid after 42.5 hours and a driver premium applies. Realistic earnings up to £45,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence required and valid Driver CPC.
• Digital Tachograph Card mandatory.
• Experience with multi-drop deliveries is preferred.
• Commitment to safety and compliance in daily driving.
• Strong customer service and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-drop deliveries to forecourts and convenience stores.
• Transport chilled, frozen and ambient goods safely.
• Use cages, dollies and pallets to complete deliveries.
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations.
• Maintain high safety and professionalism at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Multi-drop experience

Customer service orientation

Safety compliance

Job description

Deliver the Products Communities Rely On Every Day

DHL Supply Chain is recruiting permanent HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our team in Livingston. Delivering chilled, frozen and ambient products across the network, you'll play a vital role in keeping stores stocked and communities supplied. If you take pride in safe, professional driving, we'd love to hear from you.

Contract Details at a Glance

• £38,056.20 per year (42.5-hour week)
• Tues to Sat OR Sun to Thurs | 08:00-010:00 starts
• Livingston, EH54 8AS
• Overtime Rates: Paid at x1.33 after 42.5 hours
• Overtime Opportunities: Typically 7-10 hours per week available
• HGV Driver Premium: £2,600 per year

Realistic earning potential: £45,000 per annum

A Typical Day May Involve

• Completing multi-drop deliveries on planned routes to forecourts and convenience stores
• Transporting chilled, frozen and ambient products
• Using cages, dollies and pallets to complete deliveries safely
• Driving in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and professionalism

This Role Would Suit People Who...

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 (C) Licence
• Hold a valid Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Have multi-drop experience (advantageous but not essential)
• Take pride in delivering excellent customer service
• Have a strong safety and compliance mindset
• Are reliable, professional and enjoy working as part of a high-performing team

Why Join Us

• Ongoing support from our dedicated Driver Trainers and Assessors, helping you build skills and confidence at every stage of your driving career
• Generous pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• 33 days annual leave

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 across more than 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for 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 rewarding careers.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place as soon as possible. Applications received during the interview phase 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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