At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a Class 1 HGV vehicle, transporting chilled goods and ensuring timely deliveries.
- Company: Join DFDS, a key player in critical infrastructure across Europe.
- Benefits: Enjoy life assurance, pension scheme, free ferry travel, and extensive health support.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team and make a real impact in your community.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 1 licence and a safety-conscious attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 18 £ per hour.
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 in which you can keep things moving and deliver when it matters most? If so, then 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
This will be working Monday to Friday during the day. You’ll be responsible for local runs, moving mainly fridge loads with dry loads when required.
You will be responsible for:
- Driving a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle on scheduled local routes
- Transporting chilled goods and monitoring fridge temperatures
- Completing daily walkaround checks and reporting any issues
- Ensuring goods are delivered safely and on time
- Handling basic paperwork and delivery logs
- Following road transport regulations and tachograph requirements
You’ll be working with a friendly, professional team and operating modern, well-maintained vehicles equipped for refrigerated transport.
About you
You’ll need a valid HGV Class 1 licence, Driver CPC, and tachograph card. Experience with fridge work is preferred, but training can be provided. You should be reliable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working independently while maintaining high standards of professionalism. We value you as a vital part of the critical infrastructure and an equal member of DFDS.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us. We’ll support you on your journey and create the conditions that make it worthwhile. We’ll encourage you to challenge yourself, to acquire new skills and attributes. We want you to develop and progress within your career. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace, and we've developed training courses to support you.
Benefits
- 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 with no limit on trips
- Full employee assistance programme including proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support
- Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
- Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform
- Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now. If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis. We look forward to hearing from you.
Class 1 HGV Driver - Days in Stornoway employer: DFDS
DFDS is an exceptional employer that values diversity and fosters a collaborative work culture in the vibrant city of Aberdeen. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement, alongside competitive benefits that support work-life balance. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to operational excellence and commercial success.
