Drivers assistant - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-09
DHL (https://group.dhl.com/en.html)
Other

/yr

  full-time   employee


Totton
United Kingdom

Pay Rate: £29,206.32
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday
Location: SO40 3NB - Southampton

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Driver's Mate to play a key role assisting our drivers to deliver goods safely and on time.

?A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

  • Coordinating the picking and loading of alcohol onto your assigned vehicle prior to delivery
  • Accompanying and assisting driver with unloading deliveries at licensed premises or homes
  • Staying in touch with the transport team to advise of any problems
  • Completing relevant processes on an electronic handheld device

?THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

  • Are physically fit as the role involves lots of manual handling
  • Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own workload
  • Can perform simple maths calculations
  • Previous experience as a Driver's Mate, within a similar environment would be ideal but isn't a deal breaker!

Please be aware a drug and alcohol test will be carried out at the interview / induction stage.

?WHY JOIN US?

  • We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
  • 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
  • Visit to learn more

?WHO WE ARE

?We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

?BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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