Driver Class 1

DHL Supply Chain; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver/Drayperson for a permanent, full-time role based in Tingley. The position involves multi-drop deliveries, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and requires a valid HGV Class 1 driving license. Join a leading company with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Numerous discounts (retail, childcare, gym)

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 support service for you and your family

Qualifications

• At least 8 months of recent Class 1 HGV driving experience.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-drop deliveries to pubs and restaurants.
• Drive safely and efficiently, adhering to regulations.
• Engage in manual handling, including unloading at customer sites.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Pay Rate: £38,344.02

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Monday-Friday starting between 4am-8am

Location: Tingley - WF3 1SP

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver / Drayperson to play a vital role in our distribution service.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

As part of your duties, while maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Perform multi-drop deliveries to pubs and restaurants
• Complete between 4-20 drops per day
• Engage in manual handling, including unloading at customer sites (mainly kegs of beer)
• Deliver down stairs, to cellars, etc.
• Drive safely and efficiently, adhering to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Comply with health and safety standards, The Highway Code, road safety rules, and vehicle regulations

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don't hesitate to apply if you don't meet every criterion— we value talent and potential in everyone:

• Valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification, and Digital Tachograph Card
• At least 8 months of recent Class 1 HGV driving experience
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding role

WHY CHOOSE US?

Alongside competitive pay, you will have access to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Numerous discounts (retail, childcare, gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 support service for you and your family, including free counselling and more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We ensure our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Learn more about our global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging initiatives: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving. Our teams deliver for customers across industries like retail, automotive, healthcare, and more, enabling them to serve their customers effectively.