HGV Class 2 Driver

DHL; Daventry; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

33 days annual leave

GP consultations

Discounts

Loans & mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking an LGV Cat C Driver (HGV Class 2) based in Daventry. The role is full-time, permanent, with early starts and no weekend work. Salary is £37,281 per annum for a 48-hour week, with a comprehensive benefits package.

The driver will operate in a busy logistics environment, delivering goods safely and on time, performing vehicle checks, handling PODs, and maintaining excellent safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Ideally have at least 6 months Class 2 driving experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good physical fitness for manual handling and deliveries

Responsibilities

• Make 15–20 delivery drops per day as per route plans
• Carry out strong vehicle pre-checks and report defects
• Complete PODs and admin documentation to required standards
• Maintain clear communication with Transport team
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive

Skills

Class 2 Driving

Job description

LGV Cat C Driver (HGV Class 2) - based Daventry

Pay Rate: £37,281 per annum based on a 48 hour week
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday - starts 05:00 - 07:00 - No weekend or bank holiday working!!
Location: Daventry NN11 5NF (Drayton Fields)

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 Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Work to a consistently high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate all authorised equipment safely and correctly, in accordance with licensing and operational authorisation.
• Complete thorough daily vehicle checks and promptly report any defects.
• Report all personnel‑or equipment‑related accidents immediately to the Transport Office.
• Accurately complete all required administrative documentation, including Proof of Delivery (PODs), to required standards.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with the Transport team.
• Count and check all products against delivery manifests and complete visual inspections for damage.
• Adhere at all times to Safe Systems of Work (SSW) and defined quality standards.
• Ensure full compliance with company health and safety policies, including standards of vehicle operation and cleanliness.
• Report any product excesses, shortages, or damage to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Drive safely and efficiently in line with Drivers' Hours regulations and the Working Time Directive.
• Complete an average of 15–20 delivery drops per day in line with route plans and schedules.
• Carry out regular manual handling of tyres; the role requires a good level of physical fitness.

WHY JOIN US?

• Ideally have at least 6 months Class 2 driving experience although new passes will be considered
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• 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.

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 24th August 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.