Job description
Connecting People. Improving Lives.
DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.
By joining our team, we will offer you a competitive salary, ongoing funding of your CPC and medical, an industry leading benefits package including up to 25 days paid annual leave and a safe, secure working environment where you'll be surrounded by a diverse and talented team… and that's just the beginning.
What about your role?
As a DHL Supply Chain Driver, you will be playing your part in keeping the world moving by safely and efficiently delivering goods to our customers. We need you to:
- Be an Ambassador for DHL Supply Chain, have a Can Do, Right First Time and Passionate approach to your role
- Enjoy working as part of a successful team
- Drive in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
- Comply with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
- You will be delivering household white goods such as washing machines, tumble dryers, fridge freezers etc...
- Wets installation training will be provided as this will be required in customers homes.
- Some manual handling will be required.
- Shift pattern is any 5 from 7, Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday.
- Shift time starts from 6am.
What are the requirements?
- Hold a valid HGV 7.5 Tonne Driving Licence (C1), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
- Hold a valid HGV 7.5 Tonne Driving Licence (C1) - If you passed your car driving test before 1997 you will have ‘grandfather rights' and automatically be entitled to this
- No experience necessary, we welcome newly qualified drivers
Why choose DHL Supply Chain?
As well as competitive pay rates, once you have completed your probation you will be entitled to an award winning range of benefits to improve your wellbeing both at work and at home, including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, healthcare and much more:
- Physical Health – A free confidential 24/7 GP Service, Sick pay, Gym discounts, Cycle to work scheme
- Financial Health – Enhanced Pension scheme, affordable loans, free mortgage advice and hundreds of retail/lifestyle discounts
- Emotional Health – A free mental health app, 24/7 employee support service for you and your family with access to free counselling
- Social Health – Volunteering, mentoring and fund raising opportunities
What about career development?
We take every employees career seriously and believe in realising their full potential. We have dedicated digital and in-person learning and development programmes that are open to every employee and an open working culture where everyone's voice is heard, so you can shape your future career path at DHL Supply Chain, wherever your journey starts.
Do you know anyone who wants to become a HGV driver? We have an outstanding opportunity to train and obtain your licence through our Transport Development Centres across the UK; please check out our Driving Ambition vacancies for further information.
What will you need to do next?
If you meet the requirements for this role and are looking for your next career move, submit your application to us along with an up to date CV or covering letter.
We look forward to hearing from you, and welcoming you in to our team.