Driver Class 2

Deutsche Post DHL Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer contribution

GP consultations

Discounts

Loans and savings schemes

Job summary

Deutsche Post DHL Group in Coventry is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Transport team. Delivering customer products safely, on time, and representing DHL at customer locations across the UK.

The role requires flexibility, including nights out when required, with shifts 04:00–14:00 Mon-Fri. You must hold a HGV Class 2 license, Driver CPC, and Tachograph card, with 6 months' recent experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
• Hold a valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Hold a valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ideally have at least 6 months' recent HGV driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Completing multi-drop deliveries to customer locations including up to two nights out per week when required.
• Driving safely and efficiently while complying with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive requirements.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring loads are transported and delivered safely.
• Completing manual handling activities as required.
• Providing a professional and helpful service to our customers.
• Following DHL Health & Safety standards, The Highway Code and all relevant road transport regulations.
• Completing nights out when required as part of the role.
• Working flexibly to support changing operational and customer requirements.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

6 months experience

Multi-drop deliveries

Customer service

Job description

Pay Rate: £39,451.00 + Overtime after 48 Hrs
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday-Friday 04.00-14.00
Location: Coventry, CV8 3LF

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.

Take your driving career further with DHL Supply Chain.

We are looking for HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Transport team. This is a varied driving role where no two days are exactly the same. You will be responsible for delivering customer products safely, professionally and on time while representing DHL at customer locations across the UK.

The role requires flexibility, including the ability to complete nights out when operationally required, so we are looking for drivers who are comfortable with varied routes and working patterns.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Completing multi-drop deliveries to customer locations including up to two nights out per week when required
• Driving safely and efficiently while complying with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive requirements
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects
• Ensuring loads are transported and delivered safely
• Completing manual handling activities as required
• Providing a professional and helpful service to our customers
• Following DHL Health & Safety standards, The Highway Code and all relevant road transport regulations
• Completing nights out when required as part of the role
• Working flexibly to support changing operational and customer requirements

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You will need to:

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Hold a valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Hold a valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have at least 6 months' recent HGV driving experience
• Be comfortable completing multi-drop deliveries and manual handling
• Be flexible regarding working hours, routes and up to two nights out per week
• Start time 4:00 am until 14:00 pm.
• Have a positive attitude and professional approach when dealing with customers
• Put safety at the centre of everything you do

SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT

Whether you're an experienced HGV driver or still developing your professional driving career, you'll be supported by our Transport team.

You'll complete the appropriate assessment and induction process and receive ongoing support to help you understand our customers, routes, safety requirements and ways of working.

We're looking for people who want to develop their skills and build their driving career with DHL, not simply move from A to B.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Generous pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans and savings schemes
• Free mortgage advice
• The opportunity to develop your career within a global logistics organisation

WHO WE ARE

DHL Supply Chain is a global leader in supply chain management, with teams operating across more than 50 countries. Our people support customers across a wide range of industries, and our drivers play an essential role in keeping those operations moving.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we want everyone to feel valued and able to bring their skills and experience to work every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we also recognise the valuable skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are committed to supporting veterans into employment.

Please note: Applications are reviewed continuously and the vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore recommend applying as soon as possible.