Driver Class 1

DHL; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the East Midlands is seeking Class 1 Drivers for permanent positions. You will deliver goods, comply with health and safety standards, and ensure vehicle checks. Ideal candidates will hold a valid HGV Class 1 Licence and relevant qualifications. The role offers a competitive pay rate with additional perks such as free parking and pension contributions. Join a team where your skills matter and contribute to our growth during exciting times.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Generous pension scheme with employer contributions

Free GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C).
• Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card are required.
• Must pass a driving assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consumer goods to stores.
• Drive in a safe and efficient manner adhering to regulations.
• Complete vehicle checks regularly.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Pay Rate: £40,907.84 + Night time allowance 14.5% (between 6pm-6am) + Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate.
Grade: O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift pattern options: Monday - Fridays Days + Monday - Friday Nights + Tuesday - Friday Days + Wednesday - Saturday Days - with varying start times.
Location: East Midlands Gateway, Derby

Register your Interest today and a member of our Resourcing Team will be in contact

Recruiting soon, Class 1 Drivers (Permanent Vacancies)

We are excited to announce that, due to strong customer growth, we are planning to expand our East Midlands Gateway operation and would love to hear from you. We offer multiple shift patterns and want to talk to you! Please register your interest so we can discuss the available opportunities with you and how we can work together.

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.

A typical day may involve

• Delivering consumer goods to stores.
• Limited manual workload.
• 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.

This role would suit people who

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• We would welcome new driver for this role. Please note that there is a requirement to pass a driving assessment as part of this role.

Why join us?

• Free parking and on-site canteen.
• 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 experiences 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 12th January 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.