HGV Driver - Nights

DHL Germany; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global logistics company as a Class 1 Driver, where you'll enjoy the independence of long-haul driving while ensuring timely deliveries. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive team environment, you'll thrive in a role that offers job security and competitive pay. Benefit from a range of perks including healthcare and childcare discounts, while driving modern, well-equipped vehicles. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a company that values diversity and inclusion, making it a great place to work.

Benefits

Discount vouchers for restaurants

Healthcare

Pension

Enhanced family leave

Childcare discounts

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 1 Driving licence and Driver CPC qualification.
• Knowledge of Road Transport Laws is essential for safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes independently for night shifts, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Inspect vehicles daily and communicate effectively with site managers.

Skills

Class 1 Driving licence

Driver CPC qualification card

Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws

Commitment to road safety

Can do attitude

Job description

Position

Class 1 Driver

Contract Type

Permanent – 45 hours per week

Location

Sheffield, Dinnington

Shift

Nights / Monday-Friday

Salary

£41,500

Successful candidate will start after 1st May 2025

Why choose DHL eCommerce UK?

Want to work for one of the UK’s best workplaces? We are proud to announce that DHL eCommerce UK has been recognised as a Best Workplace 2025 and achieved Top Employer accreditation for the 5th year running. Along with competitive pay rates, you will enjoy benefits including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, healthcare, pension, enhanced family leave, childcare discounts, employee assistance programme, and more!

About the role:

You will drive a lorry from our fleet of Volvo vehicles, all less than 4 years old, equipped with high-spec features like fridges, leather seats, and more to ensure your comfort. Most sites operate Monday to Friday, with 45-hour workweeks and 9-hour shifts starting around 5/6 pm. Our organized shift schedules often allow you to know your route in advance, reducing daily stress. This role offers job security within a growing, global business, with the possibility of additional hours at enhanced pay rates for bank holidays. You'll join a friendly team that supports each other, sharing traffic updates via WhatsApp.

Key Role Responsibilities

• We trust our drivers to plan their routes without micromanagement.
• This job involves trunking to regional hubs on the night shift, ideal for those who enjoy independence and being out on the open road for long stretches, yet returning home after each shift.
• Ensure Cages, Pallets, Freight, Stillages, and Yorks reach customers on time.
• Loading/unloading may be done by site staff or yourself; scanning consignments and driving pallet trucks might be part of your day.
• Inspect your vehicle and trailer daily, completing defect reports if needed.
• Work to ensure everything is ‘right first time’ for internal and external customers, communicating effectively and passing queries to your site manager promptly.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Class 1 Driving licence
• Driver CPC qualification card
• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towards them
• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws and a commitment to road safety
• A ‘can do’ attitude

Career Development

We believe in developing our employees' full potential through dedicated learning programmes and an open culture where everyone’s voice is heard, allowing you to shape your future career at DHL eCommerce UK.

Next Steps

If you meet the requirements and are ready for your next career move, submit your application along with an up-to-date CV.

Diversity and Inclusion

As a global company, we value diversity as a strength. We are committed to attracting the best candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief. Our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK.