DHL Supply Chain
Class 1 HGV Driver
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HGV Class 1 Dray Driver – Permanent (Full-Time) Role
Pay Rate: £38,559.65
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (04:00 - 06:00) 4 compulsory Saturdays per year 46-hour working week
Location: Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3NB
About the Role
DHL, an award-winning leader in supply chain solutions, is seeking a HGV Class 1 Dray Driver to join the team.
This is a customer-facing role with a strong social element, ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships and delivering service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Whilst maintaining the highest health and safety standards, your duties will include:
- Working Mondays to Fridays with early starts (at 4:00 AM)
- Completing 4 compulsory Saturdays per year as part of the role
- Delivering alcoholic products to pubs, restaurants, and hotels
- Making 10–12 drops per day (average)
- Managing manual handling of up to 11 tonnes of stock daily
- Driving safely and efficiently, adhering to:
- Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
- Health & Safety
- Road safety laws
- Vehicle regulations
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When working with a Driver’s Mate, you’ll be responsible for:
- Supporting unloading
- Managing Proof of Deliveries (PODs)
- Keeping the transport team updated
Requirements & Preferences
We’re looking for candidates with the following experience, but we encourage all applications as we value potential and diversity:
✅ Essential:
- Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
- Completed Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
- No more than 6 penalty points on your licence
🔹 Desirable:
- Experience with multi-drop HGV driving
- Previous dray or similar delivery missions
🚀 Don’t tick every box? That’s fine—we spot talent across all backgrounds!
Why Choose DHL?
As well as competitive pay, you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package, including:
- Overtime opportunities
- 31 days paid holiday
- Free on-site parking
- 24/7 GP service (confidential and free)
- Discounts (retail, childcare, gym memberships, etc.)
- Affordable loans
- Enhanced pension scheme
- 24/7 employee support (and family access to free counselling)
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Make an Impact, Every Day
DHL powers global supply chain management, ensuring products move efficiently across industries like retail, healthcare, automotive, and more. As a driver, you’ll play a critical role in connecting businesses with their customers.
Applications will be reviewed promptly. Interviews are provisionally scheduled starting as soon as possible. Earlier submission increases visibility. Your details will be stored for future opportunities with your consent.
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