DFDS UK & Ireland
Class 1 Driver - Tramping
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Class 1 Driver - Tramping
Class 1 HGV Driver – Join the Movement at DFDS
Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position where you can keep things moving and deliver when it matters most? If so, you could be the newest addition to our team as a Class 1 HGV Driver.
Be part of the movement – and play your part.
About the Role
You’ll be working days transporting fridge trailers, transporting fresh fish and frozen food for supermarket distribution.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Driving Class 1 vehicles on regional and national routes
- Shunting trailers around our site
- Handling chilled and frozen goods, including monitoring fridge temperatures
- Performing daily walkaround checks and reporting any issues immediately
- Completing delivery paperwork accurately and efficiently
- Following all road transport and tachograph regulations
- Ensuring loads are secure and handled safely
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To join our team, you’ll need:
- A full HGV Class 1 licence
- A valid Driver CPC and tachograph card
- Experience with fridge/trailer work is a bonus but not essential (training provided)
- A professional attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety
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Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us.
At DFDS, we support your journey with flexibility and opportunities to progress. We encourage:
- Challenging yourself to acquire new skills and attributes
- Developing and progressing within your career
Training & Development
- Workplace-focused training courses to support your growth and development
Benefits
You’ll enjoy access to some fantastic benefits, including:
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between:
- Dover and Calais
- Newcastle and Amsterdam (No limit on trips!)
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- Full Employee Assistance Programme – inclusive care for:
- Financial, emotional, mental, and physical health
- Face-to-face counselling
- Fast 24/7 GP access
- Second medical opinions
- Legal support for colleagues and families
- Huge range of retail discounts from top high-street and online retailers
- Cashback on health care, including:
- Dental
- Optical exams
- Physiotherapy
- Prescriptions
- Specialist consultations
- myStrength, our Wellbeing platform with mental wellness resources
- Mental health first aid training
- Access to support webinars focusing on overall wellbeing
Ready to Apply?
Are you a match?
If your personality, skills, experience, and desire align with this role, we’d love to meet you!
Send your CV as soon as possible. We’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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