Driver Class 1

DHL Germany; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL as a Class 1 HGV Driver in Tingley, where you will play a vital role in our distribution service. You'll handle multi-drop deliveries, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while working in a physically demanding environment. We offer competitive pay and a range of benefits to support you and your family.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)

Affordable loans

Enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• At least 8 months recent Class 1 HGV driving experience.
• Happy working in a highly physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Multi drop delivery to pubs and restaurants.
• Manual handling required – unloading at customer site.
• Drive safely in line with regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Physical Endurance

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 normal duties, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Multi drop delivery to pubs and resturants
• Between 4-20 drops per day
• Manual handling required – will need to unload at customer site (mainly kegs of beer)
• Delivering down stairs, to cellars etc.
• Drive in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Comply with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to 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 tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• You will hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• You will have at least 8 months recent Class 1 HGV driving experience
• You must be happy working in a highly physically demanding role

WHY CHOOSE US?
As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE
DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.

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