Class 1 Driver

DHL International GmbH; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Aberdeen is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver to deliver alcohol to pubs. This demanding full-time role requires a valid HGV Class 1 licence and compliance with safety regulations. Enjoy benefits like free parking, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C).
• Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver kegs and crates of alcohol to pubs within surrounding areas.
• Drive safely in compliance with regulations.
• Complete regular vehicle checks.
• Manual handling of customer products.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Recent driving experience (12 months)

Job description

Pay Rate: £38,403.09 - all overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate.
Grade: O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday 5am starts.
Location: Aberdeen

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 Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role delivering alcohol to pubs. This is a very physically demanding role.

✅ A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Delivering kegs and crates of alcohol to pubs within the surrounding areas.
• 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
• Manual handling of customer products

✅ 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

✅ WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 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 https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain 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.

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