DHL

Driver's Mate


This job is now closed

PayCompetitive
LocationReading/England
Employment typeOther
  • Job Description

      Req#: DPDHGLOBAL37069ENGLOBALEXTERNALEARCU

      Pay Rate: £28,674.87
      Grade: P
      Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
      Shift patterns: Monday to Friday Optional Saturdays available , Start time between 04:30 - 06:00
      Location: Reading, RG2 0BS

      Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

      We're now looking for a Driver's Mate to play a key role assisting our drivers to deliver goods safely and on time.

      A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

      .

      • Work alongside our warehouse team, coordinating the picking and loading of alcohol and soft beverages onto your assigned vehicle prior to delivery
      • Accompany a HGV driver to delivery points where you will assist with unloading deliveries to licensed premises
      • Maintain regular contact with the Transport team and advise of all problems which may prevent the job being completed on time and without incident
      • Complete relevant processes on an electronic handheld device

      THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

      • Are physically fit as the role involves lots of manual handling
      • Have previous experience of working with volume orders
      • Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own workload
      • Can perform simple maths calculations
      • Previous experience as a Driver's Mate, within a similar environment would be ideal but isn't a deal breaker!

      WHY JOIN US?

      • Free parking
      • 33 days annual leave
      • We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
      • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
      • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
      • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
      • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
      • Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

      WHO WE ARE

      We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

      BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

      At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

      As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

      Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

      #DSCUKICF

  • About the company

      We are an international team of over 400,000 shipping professionals, united by a passion for logistics. And we work in a unique environment. DHL is as innovative as a start-up, with the power of an international organization.

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