HGV Driver

Posted 5 hours 10 minutes ago by DPD Carlisle

£17.80 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Cumbria, Carlisle, United Kingdom, CA1 1
Job Description
Class 1 HGV Driver - Permanent Job in 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

Are you an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for a secure, full-time role with great pay and benefits? Join our brand-new, state-of-the-art depot in Carlisle and become part of one of the UK's leading parcel delivery companies. This is a permanent, employed position , not a franchise or self-employed opportunity.

What's in It for You?
Competitive Pay : £15.28 per hour + £2.52 per hour for night shifts (18:00-06:00).
Excellent Benefits :
- Fully funded CPC renewal and free company uniform.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity packages.
- Holiday trading and milestone days off.
- Discounts at 100+ retailers, including up to 5% off supermarkets.
- Free parking on-site.
Career Growth : Be part of a growing operation with opportunities to progress as we expand.

The Role

As a Class 1 HGV Driver at DPD Carlisle, you'll handle bulk deliveries and collections between DPD sites and customers nationwide. Duties include:
Driving a modern, well-maintained fleet on HGV-friendly routes.
Performing trailer swaps or live unloading/reloading based on customer needs.

What We're Looking For
A valid UK Class 1 HGV Driving Licence with at least 12 months of experience.
A valid UK CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card .
A positive, professional attitude and commitment to customer service.
Flexibility to work one of the following shift patterns:
(i) Tuesday - Saturday Start Window: 14:00 - 19:30
(ii) Saturday - Wednesday Start Window: 00:00 - 03:30
(iii) Saturday - Wednesday Start Window: 03:30 - 07:00

Why Join DPD Carlisle?
New Depot : Work in a modern facility that opened in early 2024.
Trusted Employer : DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and part of Geopost, a global leader in parcel delivery.
Community Spirit : Join a supportive team where you'll feel valued every day.

Apply Today

Click below to start your journey as a Class 1 HGV Driver at DPD Carlisle. Please let us know your preferred shift pattern when applying:
Tuesday - Saturday 14:00 - 19:30
Saturday - Wednesday 00:00 - 03:30
Saturday - Wednesday 03:30 - 07:00

This is a permanent, full-time role - apply now and join the team at our new Carlisle depot.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £17.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:
Driving Class 1: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
UK CPC Card (preferred)
UK Digital Tachograph Card (preferred)

Work Location: In person