Motorsport Class 1 Driver / Driver Operative

DHL Germany; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Motorsport Class 1 Driver to handle event logistics during Formula 1 events in Europe. This role requires a valid HGV Class 1 License and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include driving to race circuits, loading/unloading trucks, and maintaining relationships with clients on-site. The position offers the chance to travel extensively and work in a dynamic team environment, with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Good company pension

Well-maintained fleet of vehicles

Qualifications

• Experience in event logistics and transport roles.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work weekends and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks for European events.
• Drive to various race circuits across Europe.
• Maintain daily vehicle checks and paperwork.
• Build relationships with customers on-site at events.

Skills

Customer care oriented

Problem-solving attitude

Flexibility

Availability to travel to European events

Education

HGV Class 1 License

Tools

Forklift License

Job description

Motorsport Class 1 Driver / Driver Operative

Location: Hayes & Birmingham

As a DHL Motorsport Class 1 Driver / Driver Operative, you’ll support/deliver on event logistics in Formula 1, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Join us to work for an employer who rewards hard work and dedication with an attractive salary and job satisfaction.

Job Purpose

Main tasks at European F1 events:

• Loading and unloading of trucks.
• Drive to and from European race circuits.
• Away for up to 3 weeks per event, between May and September.
• Manual handling of equipment.
• Complete time‑sensitive deliveries.
• Work as part of a small team on various contracts, as required.
• Daily vehicle checks.
• Maintain admin and paperwork for both vehicle and deliveries.
• Face‑to‑face relationship with customers while on site at events.

Main tasks (Sept to April):

• To work as part of the transport team.
• Experienced people with the capability to manage the day‑to‑day tasks required to fulfil these roles.
• Ability to adapt and embrace change while keeping calm in a pressured time‑driven environment.
• To be flexible with working times and days and be part of a shift operation.
• Needs to be able to communicate effectively to customers.
• To be able to produce a checkable 5‑year work history.
• To work closely with the Transport planners.
• Hold a clean current HGV / LGV Class C / C+E licence.
• Hazardous trained licence would be advantageous.
• Basic IT knowledge (use of Apps / mobile phones).
• Awareness and compliance with all DVSA / EU / UK & WTD processes, procedures and legislation.
• A responsibility for all aspects of Health & Safety in the workplace and on the road.
• Awareness of the Aviation Security regulations and ensuring compliance at all times (training will be provided on Employment).
• Good rate of pay, very good company pension and extras associated with a global company.
• Use of a new and well‑maintained fleet of vehicles.

Skills, Experience & Educational Qualifications required

• Availability to travel to European events (solo travel on certain occasions) which may entail and require extended periods away.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and overtime (night shifts on occasions that require).
• Interested and passionate about events logistics.
• Open minded.
• Problem‑solving attitude.
• Customer care oriented.
• To work as part of a small team.
• HGV Class 1 License – Essential.
• Forklift License – Preferred, but not essential.
• ADR – Preferred, but not essential.

Location

Birmingham or Hayes

HOURS: 228 annualised days contract

REPORTS TO: Transport Manager

What’s Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply via our careers website with a copy of your CV outlining your experience to date and suitability for the role.

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e‑commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows.

Our culture is focused on personal commitment – to our customers, to each other, to our communities and to the environment. We reward excellent work and we nurture the talents of our employees. This enables you as an employee to develop your expertise and your career in different areas or divisions – and even in other countries.

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