HGV Driver

DFS Furniture PLC; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

44 hrs per week

Career development

Generous holiday allowance

Holiday purchase options

Pension & sharesave

Life assurance & sick pay

Job summary

DFS Furniture PLC is seeking a dedicated HGV Delivery Driver in Doncaster to ensure safe, on-time furniture deliveries from distribution centres to customers. You will work within a two-person delivery team, verify routes, assist with unloading, and maintain vehicle safety checks.

The role requires a Class 1 HGV license, strong teamwork, and a focus on high-quality customer service. The position includes a competitive pay package and comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 HGV license required.
• Strong time management and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, proactive in delivery operations.
• Comfortable in a logistics or warehouse setting.
• Able to lift and move heavy furniture as part of deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver furniture to and from DFS distribution centres safely and on time.
• Coordinate with internal teams and follow planned routes.
• Unload furniture and materials at designated locations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and handle waste properly.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report issues to the line manager.
• Adhere to driving regulations and company policies.

Skills

HGV License (Class 1)

Time management

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Job description

About Us:

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

About the role:

As a HGV Delivery Driver at DFS, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of furniture to and from our customer delivery centres , ensuring a high standard of customer service throughout the delivery experience. Working as part of a delivery team, you will transport products from distribution centres to customers, handle goods with care, and support the loading and unloading of vehicles. You will carry out vehicle safety checks, comply with all driving and transport regulations, and help create a positive final impression of the DFS brand by delivering exceptional service.

Here’s what we offer:

• The HighlightsCompetitive Pay: £40,951.00 per year
• Shifts: 44 hrs per week Monday to Friday, flexible start times but AM starts (can be anywhere between 04:00 - 09:00) with the occasional night out
• Location: Bentley Moor Lane, Adwick, Doncaster DN67BD
• Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.
• There’s more…
• Generous holiday allowance– the time you need to rest and relax and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get.
• Opportunity to purchase additional holidays each year.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave:to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member.
• Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, discounts for friends and family plus discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Wellbeing Perks:Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships.
• Pension and Savings:Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes.
• Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out all deliveries to company distribution centres in a safe, timely, and professional manner, ensuring furniture arrives undamaged.
• Coordinating effectively with internal teams and following scheduled routes and timelines to ensure smooth delivery operations.
• Unloading furniture and materials carefully at the designated locations within the distribution centres.
• Maintaining a clean working environment by ensuring all packaging and waste is handled appropriately.
• Representing DFS and our brand partners by upholding our standards of professionalism and reliability.
• Performing daily vehicle and equipment checks, reporting any issues or defects to your line manager immediately.
• Adhering to all driving regulations as defined by law, as well as company policies and procedures.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Valid Class 1 HGV driver’s license with no more than 6 penalty points.
• You have strong time management and teamwork skills.
• You’re dependable, safety-conscious, and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• You’re comfortable working in a logistics or warehouse environment.
• You enjoy a hands-on role with physical activity, including lifting and moving heavy furniture.
• You’re flexible and adaptable to a varied schedule and tasks.
• You’re a motivated individual who values reliability and professionalism.
• You’re happy to work as part of a two-person delivery team.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

We’re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.

(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)