Van Driver - Night Shift

DFDS; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Contributory pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Job summary

DFDS in Grimsby is seeking a reliable Van Driver to join our logistics team. You will drive a van to customer sites, assist with warehouse tasks, and operate a forklift when required. The role includes basic vehicle checks and accurate paperwork, with emphasis on safety and professional customer service.

The position is full-time, on-site, with night shifts and a focus on timely deliveries in a fast-paced environment. Training and development are provided to grow within the fleet operations.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class B (car/van) licence and a valid FLT licence.
• Experience driving a van and handling deliveries is preferred.
• Able to work night shifts and on a fast-paced site.

Responsibilities

• Drive a van to deliver goods to customer premises and loading/unloading as required.
• Operate a forklift safely to move goods and support warehouse operations.
• Carry out basic vehicle and equipment checks and complete delivery paperwork accurately.
• Provide friendly, professional service to customers and uphold safety procedures.

Skills

Van driving

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Customer service

Time management

Tools

FLT forklift licence

Job description

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can keep things moving and deliver when it matters most? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Van Driver.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.

About The Role

Working Monday to Friday on night shifts, you’ll be responsible for completing deliveries to customer sites while also supporting warehouse operations using a forklift. This is a varied, physical role combining driving, customer interaction, and equipment operation.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Driving a van to deliver goods to customer premises
• Loading and unloading deliveries, including manual handling
• Operating a forklift (FLT) safely to move goods and support operations
• Carrying out basic vehicle and equipment checks
• Providing a professional and friendly service to customers
• Completing delivery paperwork accurately
• Following all safety procedures and company policies

About You

You’ll hold a minimum Class B (car/van) licence, ideally with Class 1 experience, along with a valid FLT licence. You’ll be comfortable with manual work and confident operating in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re reliable, flexible, and able to work independently. A positive attitude, strong time-management skills, and a commitment to safety and customer service are essential. You’ll also be a team player who is happy to support both driving and warehouse duties as required.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

We’ll support you on your journey and create the conditions that make it worthwhile.

We’ll encourage you to challenge yourself, to acquire new skills and attributes. We want you to develop and progress within your career. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace, and we've developed training courses to support you.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
• Full employee assistance programme including:
• Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
• Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
• Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.
• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.