Class 2 HGV Driver

DHL; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (8% employer)

Employee pension contribution (4%)

24/7 GP consultations

Discounts on retail and lifestyle

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL is seeking a Class 2 HGV Driver to support our UK operations at Purfleet. The role focuses on delivering goods safely, on time, and in compliance with drivers' hours regulations while upholding DHL's safety standards.

Join DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in logistics, and benefit from a pension scheme, 24/7 GP access, discounts, and financial protections. This permanent, full-time position offers consistent weekday shifts with development opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Complying with health and safety standards and The Highway Code.
• Regular completion of vehicle checks.
• Manual handling of customer products.

Skills

Safe driving

Punctuality

Education

HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (C)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Class 2 HGV Driver Pay Rate: £38,820 Grade: P Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Monday - Friday 6am start Location: Purfleet RM19 1NA

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 play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

A typical day may involve:

• 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
• Regular completion of vehicle checks
• Manual handling of customer products

This role would suit people who:

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

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

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.