Overview
Position: Shunter Driver
Contract Type: Permanent – 40 hours per week
Location: Coventry Hub, CV8 3ED
Shift: Nights (Monday-Friday / 19:00-03:30)
Salary: £42,700 per annum
Why choose DHL eCommerce UK?
Want to work for one of the UK’s best workplaces? DHL eCommerce UK has been recognised as a Best Workplace 2024 and achieved Top Employer accreditation for the 4th year running. You will be entitled to a range of benefits including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, healthcare and more, as well as pension, enhanced family leave, childcare discounts, employee assistance programme and more.
About the role
Daily duties will consist of but are not limited to:
* Safely positioning trailers/vehicles in a timely manner as requested by the Control Room.
* Ensuring the yard area, including entry and exit points, vehicle wash, weighbridge, fuel islands and walkways, are managed to allow vehicles and pedestrians to move safely within the yard area.
* Promoting best practice.
* Challenge and report on any non-compliance.
* Drive company shunt vehicles in a safe and courteous fashion in accordance with the site rules.
* Report any vehicle accidents to the traffic office.
* Report any mechanical defects.
* Fuel vehicles and undertake normal collection and delivery duties when required.
* Take all responsible action to ensure the safety and security of vehicles, equipment and goods.
* Carry out daily vehicle checks following the procedure laid down.
* Ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicles between parking bays and loading bays.
The ideal candidate will have
* LGV Class 1 Driving licence
* Experience gained in a similar role
What about career development?
We take every employee’s career seriously and believe in realising their full potential. We have dedicated learning and development programmes that are open to every employee and an open working culture where everyone’s voice is heard, so you can shape your future career path at DHL eCommerce UK.
What will you need to do next?
If you meet the requirements for this role and are looking for your next career move, submit your application to us along with an up-to-date CV.
Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion
As a global company, we see the diversity of our employees as a genuine strength. We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK.
We’re committed to attracting the best possible person for every vacancy irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will ensure that our employees feel they can bring their true selves to work every day.
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