Driver Class 2

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

28 days annual leave

Flexible working

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Class 2 HGV Driver in Skelmersdale to support our operations. You will deliver goods safely, perform vehicle checks and handle manual storage tasks as part of a busy distribution network.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC and Tachograph Card, with ideally 12 months driving experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC qualification and Tachograph Card.
• Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently in line with Drivers' Hours regulations.
• Comply with health and safety rules and UK road regulations.
• Carry out regular vehicle checks.
• Handle and move customer products manually.
• Perform 4–8 drop deliveries per day; heavy physical work.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence (C)

Driver CPC

Tachograph Card

Physically fit

Job description

Pay Rate: £41,359.18 + Any Overtime paid at x 1.5 after 48 hours.

Grade: Collective agreement

Contract Type: Permanent full time

Shift patterns: Any 5 from 7 3am-5am start times.

Location: Skelmersdale WN8 8DY

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.

We're now looking for a Class 2 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
• Regular completion of vehicle checks
• Manual handling of customer products
• Multi-Drop deliveries between 4 and 8 drops a day
• Heavy physical work

ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience
• are physically fit as heavy physical work is involved

WHY JOIN US

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) increasing by 1 day a year until maximum holiday is reached.
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• 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.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 14th September 2026. 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.