Class 1 Driver

On-site in Derby·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

DHL Supply Chain UK

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Derby
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Friday 27 November
Pension: 8% employer pension

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence, Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
Minimum 8 months recent Class 1 driving experience
Maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence
Good understanding of drivers' hours and working time regulations
Professional, reliable, and customer-focused attitude

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

The role

We're currently recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join a busy and professional operation delivering ambient goods to major food retail distribution centres across the UK. As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering palletised loads to well-known food retail distribution centres and other major RDCs.

What you'll do

Multi-drop deliveries to food retail distribution centres nationwide
Average of 2 drops per shift
Driving throughout the UK as part of a nationwide delivery network
Transporting ambient goods on pallets
Majority of deliveries are unloaded by the distribution centre, occasionally (approximately 2% of deliveries) you may be required to assist with unloading
Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations

How you'll work

Pay Rate: £42,339,61
Grade: Collective Agreement
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Working Monday to Friday starting at 12pm, 3pm or 7pm
Location: East Midlands Gateway - Derby

Additional information

Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

About DHL Supply Chain UK

Industry: Logistics

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