HGV Driver - Night Shift, Modern Fleet, Growth Path

DPD UK; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Milestone days off

Enhanced family leave

Life assurance

Health kiosks

Unum wellbeing support

Job summary

DPD UK is hiring a reliable HGV Driver to join our team. You will drive a modern fleet, handle nationwide collections and deliveries, and work a 19:00–07:15 schedule with a night rate premium. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and customer service across the national network.

You’ll be part of a people-first culture with opportunities for growth, training, and internal promotions. DPD offers perks like life assurance, health services, and enhanced leave as part of a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (CE) licence with CPC.
• Digital tachograph card.
• 6 months experience with Class 1 vehicles.
• Excellent knowledge of UK roads.
• Safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute nationwide collections and deliveries.
• Manage trailer swaps and live loading/unloading.
• Use GPS and tachographs to stay compliant.
• Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safety.

Skills

Class 1 Licence

CPC Card

Digital Tachograph

HGV Experience

UK Road Knowledge

Safety-first Mindset

Tools

GPS Navigation

Digital Tachograph

Job description

DPD UK is hiring a reliable HGV Driver to join our team. You will drive a modern fleet, handle nationwide collections and deliveries, and work a 19:00–07:15 schedule with a night rate premium. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and customer service across the national network.

You’ll be part of a people-first culture with opportunities for growth, training, and internal promotions. DPD offers perks like life assurance, health services, and enhanced leave as part of a supportive workplace.