Airside Operations LGV Driver

Location: DHL Aviation, London Heathrow Airport
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Shift patterns available as follows:

· Tuesday to Saturday, 0700 to 1600

· Tuesday to Saturday, 1700 to 0200

(40 hours per week, flexibility required)

Department: Transport
Grade: N

🌍 Kick start your career with the #1 Best Workplace in Europe

At DHL, our people are our superpower. As the most international company in the world, we connect over 220 countries with a team of 500,000+ colleagues, delivering time-critical parcels across the globe. DHL Aviation UK forms part of DHL Express, playing a key role in keeping our network moving. We’re proud to create an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

💛 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

You’ll get amazing benefits while building your future:

· Competitive salary + shift allowance

· Annual bonus (up to 5%)

· Free onsite parking 🅿️

· Pension (up to 6% company contribution)

· My DHL Rewards – discounts at 3,000+ retailers 🛍️

· Private medical (after 12 months)

· Spark – wellbeing support

· Cycle to Work Scheme 🚴

· Enhanced Maternity Pay

· CIS Induction Week

🔎 About the Role

You will be responsible for the safe collection, transportation and delivery of freight. This is a hands-on role that combines driving duties with operational support, requiring flexibility and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

✅ What You’ll Be Doing

· Collecting and delivering freight on and off the airport.

· Ensuring all loads are correctly secured and transported safely, with all associated paperwork accurately completed.

· Operating a range of vehicles and equipment as required.

· Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly.

· Maintaining regular communication with supervisors and operational teams.

· Operating equipment safely, responsibly and in accordance with company procedures.

· Following Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and all Health & Safety requirements.

· Complying with driver regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, tachograph rules and driving legislation.

· Adhering to manual handling procedures at all times.

· Working independently and safely when required.

· Supporting DHL's wider operational activities, including:

· Scanning and sorting freight

· Loading and unloading containers

· Assisting core warehouse and logistics operations

· Remaining flexible and willing to undertake additional duties to support the operation when needed.

⭐ What You’ll Bring

Essential

· A full UK Category C driving licence.

· A fully checkable 5-year employment history and the ability to pass a DBS check to obtain an airside pass.

· The ability to work flexibly across varying shift patterns.

· A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and use your own initiative.

· A strong commitment to Health & Safety standards.

· Good communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels, from warehouse teams through to senior management.

· Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Desirable

· Previous airside driving experience.

· Experience operating forklifts and/or ramp handling equipment.

· Knowledge of NMIV and AHS systems.

🗓️ Closing Date: 11th September 2026

Apply now and be part of a team that keeps the world moving. ✨

🚀 Our Recruitment Process

We aim to make your recruitment journey smooth, transparent, and engaging. Our process often includes competency-based interviews, so be ready to share your achievements and experiences. We encourage you to ask questions along the way - recruitment is a two-way process, and we want to make sure DHL is right for you too.

📧 Have a question? Contact our team here: HGUKTalent@dhl.com

🔐 Important Information

Due to the nature of our business and CAA regulations, all candidates must provide a full 5-year employment history, and a Criminal Record Check will be carried out as part of the recruitment process.