HGV Class 1 Driver – UK Pallet Deliveries + Benefits

DHL Group; Kegworth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and savings schemes

Mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the East Midlands Gateway area is seeking experienced Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join a busy operation delivering ambient goods to major food retail distribution centres across the UK. As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering palletised loads to well-known food retail distribution centres and other major RDCs.

A typical day involves multi-drop deliveries, an average of 2 drops per shift, and nationwide driving as part of a delivery network.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 8 months recent Class 1 driving experience.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and working time regulations.
• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Multi-drop deliveries to food retail distribution centres nationwide.
• Average of 2 drops per shift.
• Driving throughout the UK as part of a nationwide delivery network.
• Transporting ambient goods on pallets.
• Occasionally assist with unloading (≈2% of deliveries).
• Drive safely following Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive.
• Adhere to health and safety standards and road regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in the East Midlands Gateway area is seeking experienced Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join a busy operation delivering ambient goods to major food retail distribution centres across the UK. As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering palletised loads to well-known food retail distribution centres and other major RDCs.

A typical day involves multi-drop deliveries, an average of 2 drops per shift, and nationwide driving as part of a delivery network.