Airside Operations LGV driver

1 week ago

Hounslow, United Kingdom DHL Full time

You’ll bring to this role:


Must have 5 year fully checkable work or education history, and Basic Disclosure Scotland check (requested upon joining) as to satisfy the requirements for a full airside pass at London Heathrow Airport
Manual handling skills
A safety first attitude
Airside driving experience (preferred)
Proficiency in forklift and/or ramp equipment an advantage
Willing to work varied and flexible shifts
To be able to work on one’s own initiative
To be "health and safety" conscious
To have a full Cat C drivers license
Proficient in the use of IT, including use of Microsoft Office applications
Able to communicate at all levels, from warehouse to Senior Management
NMIV/AHS systems knowledge desirable
Although the primary function is as a Cat C driver the role will require the holder to be fully flexible on additional activities if required

Applications: To apply for the position, please submit your CV detailing your full and complete 5 year history including employment, education and any gaps of unemployment longer than 28 days. Please note, if you are an internal applicant you are required to let your manager/supervisor know that you are applying for a new position.

Closing date\: 20th September 2024


Our recruitment process at DHL Aviation

From a candidate who has identified an exciting opportunity to join us and make a real difference, to becoming an established team member connecting people and improving lives, we want to ensure your journey is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. We ask competency-based interview questions to keep our recruitment processes fair and consistent, so please be ready to share your experiences and achievements with us We also understand recruitment is a two-way process, so we’d ask that you share any feedback and ask questions along the way to ensure we are the right fit for you.

Next steps: Once you have applied for a role, an email confirmation will be sent to you to let you know we have received your application. A member of our HR Recruitment team will then be in touch with the outcome of your application, which may include a short pre-screening conversation. If you have any queries regarding the recruitment process or for more information on our roles, please contact us via dhlcareers@dhl.com

Please note\: Due to the nature of our business we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide a full 5 year employment history. In addition to this, we are required to carry out a Criminal Record check.


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Hours\: Tuesday - Saturday 06.00-15.00 (with one hours unpaid break)

Location\: DHL Aviation at London Heathrow Airport

Grade\: N

Department\: Transport

DHL is the most international company in the world with a global network in over 220 countries and territories across the globe, and a workforce exceeding 500,000 employees serving 2.8 million customers worldwide. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce, as demonstrated through our initiatives such as DHL4All.

As DHL continues to grow, we’ve an excellent variety of employee benefits available These include:


Competitive salary, including unsociable hours shift allowance
Annual bonus up to 5% (depending on company performance)
Free onsite parking
My DHL Rewards (discount, saving, cash back at over 3000 retailers)
Pension Scheme with up to 6% company contribution
DHL Share Purchase Plan (after 3 months)
Private Medical Scheme (after 12 months)
Access to Occupational Health
Enhanced Maternity pay (after 12 months)
Cycle to Work scheme
CIS Induction – a week’s all expenses paid induction to our Company Values
HealthyMinds – Employee Assistance Programme

Key responsibilities of this role include:


Collecting and delivering freight on and off the airport
Ensuring loads are correctly loaded and secure at all time and all necessary paperwork is correctly completed
Able to operate all available equipment when required
Complete daily vehicle checks
Report all equipment defects to a supervisor
Maintaining regular contact with the supervisor
Operating all equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Following SSW and company procedures
Adhere to driver regulations and work time directive
Follow all company procedures relating to tachographs and driving legislation
Follow manual handling at all times
Working in a safe manner when unsupervised
Valid driving licence
Support DHL core operations, as required
Scanning/sorting
Loading/unloading containers
Hold a valid driver’s qualification card (CPC)
All employees are responsible for the health and safety of themselves and also those affected by their activities.
You must conduct yourself in an orderly manner within the workplace, ensuring that correct uniform and PPE is worn.

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