Class 1 Driver
Your Benefits
Your Benefits
Company Pension Scheme
Continuous Training
Exclusive Discounts
Free Parking
Health & Sports
Holiday Bonus
Rhenus Logistics Ltd.
Bradford
BD12 OQF
United Kingdom
Rachel Yilmaz
Truck & Transport Management
Road Freight
Job Description
What you can expect
We are recruiting a Class 1 Driver to join our team at our Bradford Depot. Our Drivers are a big part of what keeps our business moving! You’ll be out on the road looking after our customers and playing a vital role in keeping our network running smoothly. If you’re a safe, reliable driver who takes pride in what you do, we’d love to have you on the team. In order to be considered for this role you will need to hold a valid driving licence with Category C+E and hold a driver CPC.
At Rhenus, we believe everyone plays a crucial role. Whether you’re driving a truck, managing inventory or handling customer enquiries, your actions drive our success. We value practical solutions and quick decisions, empowering you to take ownership and make a difference.
Recognised as a top employer, and united by a common goal, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that encourages entrepreneurial spirit and continued growth and excellence.
The future isn’t just built by the company – it’s shaped by each of us, working together. Join our Rhenus community to make an impact, and grow alongside a team of passionate people who are dedicated to making a difference.
#empoweredbyyou
Role Purpose:
This is a front-line customer facing role. Clients expect professional and courteous behavior as well as being friendly and open. Rhenus customers expect punctuality and the correct collection references to be advised upon arrival. You are expected to check all goods loaded and unloaded and report discrepancies and damages in a timely manner. Rhenus has multi drops and multi collections, we would expect our drivers to manage and plan these in the most effective way to ensure strict timings are adhered to and customers are satisfied.
What you bring
Skills:
ADR license preferable
Customer service skills
Be thorough and pay attention to detail and report issues and amendments clearly
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Able to work well under pressure
Able to use PDA’s competently
Able to operate and control equipment
Driving long or short distances
Ability to route multi drops and collections
Supervising or helping to load and unload goods
Lifting and carrying goods
Making sure loads are safely secured
Following traffic reports and adapting routes if necessary
Completing delivery paperwork
Keeping up-to-date running sheets
Carrying out basic routine maintenance, such as oil, tire and brake checks
Within Rhenus, our journey of growth connects with yours.
We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success.
Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.
Business Unit
Road Freight
Welcome to Rhenus
Where our journey of growth connects with yours.
We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.
Recruitment Process
Online application
Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.
Application screening
Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.
Selection Process
Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.
Onboarding
With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.