HGV Class 1 driver

DHL Supply Chain; Barkston Ash; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on-site

Pension scheme with 8% employer + 4%员工

Free confidential 24/7 GP

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Free mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is recruiting a Class 1 HGV Driver to join our Tradeteam operation, focusing on trunking between RDCs. This permanent full-time role features early starts (4am–7am) and days Monday to Friday, with a competitive pay rate and overtime options.

Role requires a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E), Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card. Expect curtain-side work with minimal physical demand and a focus on reliable, punctual delivery schedules.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E) and Driver CPC.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Willing to perform curtain-side work and occasional manual handling if required.

Responsibilities

• Trunking deliveries between RDCs within the Tradeteam network.
• Curtain-side loading/unloading and securing loads.
• Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle checks in line with company policy.
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Maintain high safety and compliance standards at all times.

Skills

HGV driving

Driver CPC

Digital tachograph

Job description

Pay Rate: £42,502.92 + Overtime paid at 1.33 x hourly rate

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Monday - Friday Days - Start times between 4am and 7am

Location: Tadcaster

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 drivers making sure goods arrive safely, efficiently and on time.

We're looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to join our Tradeteam operation, focusing on trunking between RDCs. This is a straightforward driving role with minimal manual handling, but reliability, professionalism and attention to detail are key — especially when working to delivery schedules and customer expectations.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Trunking deliveries between RDCs as part of the Tradeteam network
• Curtain-side work, ensuring loads are secured and handled safely
• Ensuring all vehicle checks are completed before and after shifts
• Driving in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Maintaining high safety and compliance standards at all times

this Role Would Suit People Who

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Are comfortable with curtain-side work and occasional manual handling if required
• Prefer a trunking-style role with minimal physical demand
• Are reliable and able to manage waiting times as part of the role

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.

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