Driver Class 1 Days

DHL Supply Chain; Sessay; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

Pension with 8% employer

24/7 GP

Retail discounts

Loans & mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Thirsk is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver (Shunter) to join our on-site team. The role focuses on shunting trailers, operating a TUG, and supporting day-to-day operations with minimal road driving.

You will hold a HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, work a 4 on 4 off pattern from 6am to 6pm, and comply with all site procedures and safety standards. This is a permanent, full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence (C+E) with Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Shunting experience with TUG preferred.
• Professional, reliable and comfortable in a customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Shunt trailers on-site for the majority of the shift.
• Operate a TUG to manoeuvre trailers safely and efficiently.
• Work closely with on-site customer, maintaining a professional approach.
• Carry out vehicle checks and ensure all equipment is safe to use.
• Drive in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.

Skills

Professional driving

Customer facing

Teamwork

Job description

Pay Rate: £31,921 + Overtime paid at basic rate.

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: 4 on 4 off - working 6am – 6pm

Location: Thirsk

DHL Supply Chain is one of the UK's leading logistics providers, keeping supply chains moving across the country every day. Behind the scenes, it's our people making it happen — safely, efficiently and reliably.

We're looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver (Shunter) to join our team on a customer site, where you'll play a key role in keeping trailer movements running smoothly and supporting day-to-day operations. This is a predominantly on-site role with minimal road driving, but strong driving standards and compliance are still essential.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Shunting trailers on-site for the majority of the shift (around 99% of the role)
• Using a TUG to manoeuvre trailers safely and efficiently
• Working closely with the on-site customer, maintaining a professional and positive approach at all times
• Completing vehicle checks and ensuring all equipment is safe to use
• Driving in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Complying with all health and safety standards and site procedures

this Role Would Suit People Who

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Are you confident with shunting and ideally have experience using a TUG?
• Are you professional, reliable and comfortable working in a very customer-facing environment?
• Can work effectively as part of a small team (you'll typically be working alongside one other shunter)

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 experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

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