Motorsport Class 1 Driver / Driver Operative Location: Hayes & Birmingham As a DHL Motorsport Class 1 Driver / Driver Operative, you’ll support/deliver on event logistic In Formula 1, requirements to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Join us to work for an employer who rewards hard work and dedication with an attractive salary and job satisfaction. Job Purpose: Main tasks at European F1 events: * Loading and unloading of trucks. * Drive to and from European race Circuits. * Away for up to 3 weeks per event, Between May and September * Manual handling of equipment. * Complete time sensitive deliveries. * Work as part of a small team on various contracts, as required. * Daily vehicle checks. * Maintain admin and paperwork. For both vehicle and deliveries * Face to face relationship with customers while on site at events. Main tasks (Sept to April) : * To work as part of the transport team. * Experienced people with the capability to manage the day-to-day tasks required to fulfil these roles. * Ability to adapt and embrace change while keeping calm in a pressured time driven environment. * To be flexible with working times and days and be part of a shift operation. * Needs to be able to communicate effectively to customers, * To be able to produce a checkable 5-year work history * To work closely with the Transport planners * Hold a clean current HGV / LGV Class C / C+E licence. * Hazardous trained licence would be advantageous. * Basic IT knowledge (use of Apps / mobile phones) * To have awareness and will be compliant in all DVSA / EU / UK & WTD processes and procedures and legislation. * A responsibility for all aspects of Health & Safety in the workplace and on the road, * Awareness of the Aviation Security regulations and ensuring compliance at all times (training will be provided on Employment). * Good rate of pay, very good company pension and extras associated with a global company. * The use of a new and well-maintained fleet of vehicles. Skills, Experience & Educational Qualifications required: * Availability to travel to European events (solo travel on certain occasions) which may entail and require extended periods away. * Flexibility to work on weekends and overtime (night shifts on occasions that require) * Interested and passionate about events logistics. * Open minded * Problem solving attitude * Customer care oriented * To work as part of a small team * HGV Class 1 License - Essential * Forklift License – Preferred, but not essential * ADR – Preferred, but not essential LOCATION: Birmingham or Hayes HOURS: 228 annualised days contract REPORTS TO: Transport Manager What’s Next? If you would like to be considered for this position, then please apply via our careers website with a copy of your CV outlining your experience to date and suitability for the role. DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. Our culture is focused on personal commitment – to our customers, to each other, to our communities and to the environment. We reward excellent work and we nurture the talents of our employees. This enables you as an employee to develop your expertise and your career in different areas or divisions – and even in other countries. We are committed to creating a workplace that ensures mutual respect and is focused on results. We hire talented people from all backgrounds – irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Diversity enriches our workplace, drives our success, and helps us deliver excellence.