Night-Shift Class 1 HGV Driver – Cold Chain Deliveries

DFDS; Brixham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel between Dover/Calais

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing platform access

Retail discounts

Job summary

DFDS is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver to join our team for night shifts, delivering fresh fish as part of the cold chain operation. You will drive Class 1 vehicles, manage temperature controls and complete required paperwork.

Candidates must hold a HGV Class 1 licence with Driver CPC and tachograph card; manual handling is expected. Training is provided where needed, and safety is paramount.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence and Driver CPC.
• Tachograph card required.
• Ability to perform manual handling.
• Experience with cold chain or fresh produce is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 vehicles on scheduled night routes.
• Handle chilled goods and monitor temperature requirements.
• Perform daily walkaround checks and report issues.
• Physically unload goods using pump trucks and move pallets.
• Complete delivery paperwork accurately.
• Follow all road transport and tachograph regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

Manual handling

Cold chain experience

Job description

DFDS is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver to join our team for night shifts, delivering fresh fish as part of the cold chain operation. You will drive Class 1 vehicles, manage temperature controls and complete required paperwork.

Candidates must hold a HGV Class 1 licence with Driver CPC and tachograph card; manual handling is expected. Training is provided where needed, and safety is paramount.