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 Driver.
Be part of the movement – and play your part.
About the role
This is a full‑time tramping position working a rolling shift pattern:
Week 1: Monday to Saturday (6 days tramping)
Week 2: Monday to Thursday (4 nights tramping)
You’ll be working with modern tractor units and fridge trailers, transporting chilled and ambient goods across regional and national routes.
You will be responsible for:
Tramping overnight according to the rolling shift pattern
Carrying out deliveries safely and on time using fridge trailers
Performing daily walkaround checks and recording defects promptly
Monitoring trailer temperatures and ensuring load integrity
Completing delivery notes and keeping accurate transport records
Following all road transport legislation and the Working Time Directive
Representing DFDS professionally at every delivery point
About you
Our ideal candidate will have a valid Class 1 license with a clean driving record. They will possess experience in fridge transportation, preferably with fresh produce or seafood. A strong understanding of food safety regulations and standards is essential. The candidate should demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills.. Additionally, strong communication skills and a customer-oriented mindset are crucial for this role.
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.
Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
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 including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.
Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.
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