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Class 1 HGV Driver
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Class 1 HGV Driver will safely operate an articulated vehicle, completing scheduled deliveries and collections across the UK. Applicants normally need a valid UK Category C+E licence, Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), a digital tachograph card, and relevant professional driving experience. The role requires strong knowledge of road safety, drivers’ hours regulations and vehicle checks. DHL expects drivers to be reliable, punctual, customer-focused and physically capable of loading, securing or handling goods when required. Good communication, accurate completion of delivery paperwork and a professional attitude are essential. Flexibility is expected, as shifts may include early starts, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Warehouse, driver and operations jobs are below degree level and cannot be sponsored; only managers can, and logistics managers only while on the shortage list.
Before you apply: Driver jobs need a licence that counts in that country, and a foreign one may not carry over: Japan's truck-driver visa asks for a class 1 licence, Qatar residents sit a driving test, and Ireland's permit list asks for a CE or C1E truck licence or one it recognises.
Watch for: Logistics managers are on the interim shortage list today, but the July 2026 review did not recommend them from January 2027. Youth schemes are the usual way in for Canadians, Australians and Indians.
Official source: GOV.UK: Immigration Rules, Appendix Skilled Occupations. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Logistics jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee is yours (GBP 819; GBP 324 health and care) unless the employer pays; moving help varies |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Pay and overtime | Pay starts at the National Living Wage, GBP 12.71 an hour from 1 April 2026 (age 21 and over, by law) |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the UK
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About DHL
DHL is a global logistics and supply chain company operating in more than 220 countries and territories. Its services include express delivery, freight transportation, warehousing, contract logistics, e-commerce fulfilment and supply chain management. In the United Kingdom, DHL supports major retailers, manufacturers, healthcare organisations and public-sector customers through a large network of depots, distribution centres and transport operations. The company employs drivers, warehouse teams, engineers, planners and supply chain specialists, with a strong focus on safety, service quality and operational efficiency. DHL also promotes sustainability through alternative-fuel vehicles, lower-emission transport solutions and greener facilities. Employees typically work in structured, compliance-focused environments where reliability, teamwork and customer service are highly valued.