Class 1 HGV Driver

<p>Are you a Class 1 Driver looking for more than just a driving job? Join a team that plays a vital role in keeping supply chains moving across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. Every journey you make helps ensure goods reach customers safely, on time, and when they need them most. If you're ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Be part of the movement – and play your part.</strong></p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>As a Class 1 HGV Driver working either days or nights, you'll be responsible for transporting chilled and ambient goods between our depots and customer sites. You'll play a key role in delivering a reliable service, ensuring products arrive safely, on time, and in excellent condition.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><p>Driving Class 1 HGV vehicles between depots and customer locations</p></li><li><p>Delivering chilled and ambient products safely, efficiently, and on schedule</p></li><li><p>Completing delivery documentation and ensuring all paperwork is accurate</p></li><li><p>Carrying out daily vehicle checks and ensuring loads are secured correctly</p></li><li><p>Complying with all road transport legislation, including Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations</p></li><li><p>Assisting with loading and unloading activities when required</p></li><li><p>Ensuring loads are distributed safely and securely before departure</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team where safety, reliability, and customer service are at the heart of everything we do.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You’ll need a full, clean HGV Class 1 licence, along with a valid CPC and tachograph card to get started. Since this is a customer-facing role, good English skills and a friendly, professional attitude go a long way. We’re looking for someone who is confident on the road, and takes pride in doing a great job. If you’re reliable, safety-conscious, and enjoy working independently while still being part of a supportive team, you’ll fit right in.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Working at DFDS</strong></p><p>Join the movement and grow with us.</p><p>We’ll support you on your journey and create the conditions that make it worthwhile.</p><p>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 happ