HGV Class 1 Driver

DHL; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL, a global leader in supply chain management, is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver for a permanent full-time role in Purfleet. The position involves driving, manual handling, and ensuring the safety and adherence to regulations while managing delivery tasks effectively.

Benefits

Free parking on site

Canteen and vending machines

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts on retail, childcare, and gyms

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service with free counselling

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Able to perform multi-drop deliveries including heavy lifting and manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Work a Monday to Friday rota starting at 06:00am.
• Drive safely in compliance with regulations and health and safety standards.
• Perform manual handling and heavy lifting tasks.

Skills

Manual handling

Heavy lifting

Safe driving

Education

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

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Pay Rate: £ per hour
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday - 6:00am start time
Location: Purfleet - RM19 1TT

DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business is seeking a HGV Class 1 Driver to play a vital role in our distribution service.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

As part of your normal duties, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Work a Monday to Friday Rota starting at 06:00am
• This role will include a lot of Manual handling and Heavy Lifting
• Drive in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Comply with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
  

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• You will hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Able to carry out multi drops deliveries which will include heavy lifting and manual handling

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• On-site benefits: Free parking on site, canteen and vending machines
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more:

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE
DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.