Driver Class 1 - Military veterans preferred

2025-08-14
DHL (https://group.dhl.com/en.html)
Other

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  full-time   employee


Hebburn
United Kingdom

Pay Rate: £40,600
Grade: Add RCS grade
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday
Location: Hebburn, NE31 1SP

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 HGV Driver to play a key role at the center of our drinks delivery operation.

?A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

  • Manual handling including securing load, and curtain side.
  • 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
  • Regular completion of vehicle checks

?THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

  • Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
  • Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience
  • Are comfortable with manual handling items such as kegs and barrels

?WHY JOIN US?

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  • Free parking and on-site canteen
  • XX days annual leave
  • 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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