Driver Class 2

DHL; Rushden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in Rushden is seeking a Class 2 Driver for a permanent, full-time position. The role involves safe driving, vehicle checks, and multi-drop deliveries. Candidates must hold a valid HGV Class 1/2 licence and ideally have 12 months of experience. Competitive pay and flexible working options available, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Subsidised canteen

8% employer pension contribution

24/7 GP access

Hundreds of retail & lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans, savings schemes & mortgage advice

Qualifications

• A valid HGV Class 1/2 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ideally, 12 months of recent Class 2 driving experience.
• Comfortable with early starts and rotational schedules.

Responsibilities

• Hitting the road safely and efficiently, always following regulations.
• Carrying out regular vehicle checks and ensuring road safety.
• Making multi-drop deliveries (4–13 drops) in the retail and food sector.

Skills

Valid HGV Class 1/2 (C+E) licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

12 months of recent Class 2 driving experience

Commitment to safety and service

Can-do attitude

Job description

Pay Rate: £36,288.25+ HGV Bonus+ Overtime
Grade: CA
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4:00 -6:00 AM | Early Start | 4 on , 3 Off
Location: Rushden, NN10 0FN

Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a fresh opportunity with a global leader in logistics? Join DHL Supply Chain and drive your career forward with a company that values safety, flexibility, and your future.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Hitting the road safely and efficiently, always following Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Carrying out regular vehicle checks and ensuring top-notch road safety
• Handling customer products with care (manual handling involved)
• Making multi-drop deliveries (4–13 drops) in the retail and food sector
• Working an average of 10.5 hours per day (overtime available!)

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• A valid HGV Class 1/2 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally, 12 months of recent Class 2 driving experience
• Comfortable with early starts and rotational schedules
• A can-do attitude and a commitment to safety and service
• Will be driving a class 2 vehicle

WHY JOIN US?

• Free on-site parking & a subsidised canteen
• Flexible working options – ask us at interview!
• 8% employer pension contribution (with 4% from you)
• 24/7 GP access – confidential and free
• ️ Hundreds of retail & lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes & mortgage advice

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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 3rd November 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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