HGV Driver

Location: Somercotes and Swanwick

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and thats just what we do at DFS . Were the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

About the role:

As a HGV Delivery Driver at DFS, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of furniture to and from our customer delivery centres , ensuring a high standard of customer service throughout the delivery experience. Working as part of a delivery team, you will transport products from distribution centres to customers, handle goods with care, and support the loading and unloading of vehicles .

You will carry out vehicle safety checks, comply with all driving and transport regulations, and help create a positive final impression of the DFS brand by delivering exceptional service. Heres what we offer:

The Highlights Competitive Pay: £39,384.00 per year

Shifts:

44 hrs per week Monday to Friday, flexible start times but AM starts (can be anywhere between 04:00 - 09:00) with the occasional night out

Location:

LIncoln House, Somercoates Growth and Training:
Learn new skills and develop your career with us. Theres more Generous holiday allowance the time you need to rest and relax and the longer youre with us, the more time youll get. Opportunity to purchase additional holidays each year. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave: to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member.

Discounts:
Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, discounts for friends and family plus discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers Wellbeing Perks:
Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships. Pension and Savings:
Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes. Life Assurance & Sick Pay:
Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay. What you'll be doing:
Carrying out all deliveries to company distribution centres in a safe, timely, and professional manner, ensuring furniture arrives undamaged. Coordinating effectively with internal teams and following scheduled routes and timelines to ensure smooth delivery operations. Unloading furniture and materials carefully at the designated locations within the distribution centres. Maintaining a clean working environment by ensuring all packaging and waste is handled appropriately.

Representing DFS and our brand partners by upholding our standards of professionalism and reliability. Performing daily vehicle and equipment checks, reporting any issues or defects to your line manager immediately. Adhering to all driving regulations as defined by law, as well as company policies and procedures. Were looking for someone who:
Valid Class 1 HGV drivers license with no more than 6 penalty points. You have strong time management and teamwork skills. Youre dependable, safety-conscious, and take pride in delivering high-quality work. Youre comfortable working in a logistics or warehouse environment. You enjoy a hands-on role with physical activity, including lifting and moving heavy furniture. Youre flexible and adaptable to a varied schedule and tasks.

Youre a motivated individual who values reliability and professionalism. Youre happy to work as part of a two-person delivery team. Our Commitment to Inclusion:
Were committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive  celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail . We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve .

So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you. (All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)