Driver Class 1

DHL Supply Chain; Ebbw Vale; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

Pension with 8% employer contribution

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Ebbw Vale is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join a two-man delivery team, delivering goods to pubs in the local area. The role requires a valid HGV Class 1 licence with CPC and Tachograph, plus the ability to handle manual loads and plan routes.

Typical duties include loading, vehicle checks, and coordinating with the transport team to ensure timely, accurate deliveries. A commitment to safety and regulatory compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence with Driver CPC and Tachograph Card.
• Experience with high-volume deliveries.
• Ability to perform basic maths.
• Physically fit for manual handling.
• Able to work in two-man or single-delivery setups.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently in line with regulations.
• Coordinate loading of alcohol to the vehicle.
• Stay in touch with the transport team for issues.
• Carry out regular vehicle checks.
• Manual handling of goods for delivery to pubs.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Tachograph Card

Manual handling

Maths skills

Delivery planning

Job description

Pay Rate: £ £38,145.72
Grade: Collective Agreement
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift patterns: Monday-Friday | 05.00 - 12 :00 Start
Location: Ebbw Vale, NP23, 8FX

we are looking for a Class 1 Driver to work with a drivers mate to deliver good to different pubs

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
• Coordinating the picking and loading of alcohol to your assigned vehicle prior to delivery
• Staying in touch with the transport team to advise of any problems
• Regular completion of vehicle checks
• Manual handling of customer products

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Are physically fit as the role involves lots of manual handling
• Have previous experience of working with volume orders
• Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own workload
• Can perform simple maths calculations
• Secure loads effectively and ensure loads are within the weight limits
• Report any excesses, shortages or damage to supervisor in a timely manner
• Happy to do deliveries to customers as part of a two man delivery team or single handed as required
• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience
• Ok to Start btw 5:00 -12:00 ( to be advised in advance)

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• 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

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