Class 1 HGV Driver

DPD
GB - England - Carlisle
January 31, 2025
Driver

*Class 1 HGV Driver - Permanent, Full-Time (Carlisle)*Location:* DPD Carlisle, Unit 1, Bacard Way, Kingmoor Park North, Carlisle, CA6 4FD
• Pay:* Up to £17.80 per hour, dependent on hours worked
• Hours:* 40 hours per week | Permanent
• Looking for a secure, well-paid driving job with excellent benefits and career growth?*

Join DPD Carlisle as a Class 1 HGV Driver. Work with a modern fleet, enjoy great pay, and be part of a trusted, growing company that values its drivers.
• Why Join Us?*Competitive Pay & Benefits* £15.28 per hour plus £2.52 per hour for night shifts (18:00 - 06:00)
• Fully funded CPC renewal and free company uniform
• Holiday trading and milestone days off
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Discounts at over 100 retailers, including up to 5% off supermarkets
• Free on-site parking
• Career Growth & Stability* Permanent, full-time employed role (not self-employed)
• Work from a state-of-the-art depot in Carlisle
• Opportunities for career progression in a fast-growing company
• Your Role as a Class 1 HGV Driver*

As a *Class 1 HGV Driver*, you will handle bulk deliveries and collections between DPD sites and customer locations nationwide. Your responsibilities will include:
• Driving a modern, well-maintained fleet on HGV-friendly routes
• Performing trailer swaps or live unloading/reloading depending on customer needs
• Conducting pre-trip vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and safety compliance
• Adhering to all road safety regulations and maintaining journey logs
• What You Need to Apply*

To be considered for this role, you must have:
• A *valid UK Class 1 HGV Licence* (minimum *12 months' experience required*)
• A *valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card* A professional, customer-focused approach
• The ability to work one of the following shift patterns:
• Tuesday - Saturday | Start Window: 14:00 - 19:30*Saturday - Wednesday | Start Window: 00:00 - 03:30*About DPD*

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

With a turnover of nearly £2 billion, our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK, we are committed to delivering the best service, using the best technology, and recruiting and retaining the best people in the industry.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
• How to Apply*

If you're ready to drive your career forward with a role that offers competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and stability, we'd love to hear from you!

Click *Apply* now. Your application will be reviewed by our Resourcing Team, and if you meet the minimum criteria outlined above, we'll be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to £17.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:
• commercial driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Class 1 licence (required)
• Driver CPC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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