ADR Class 1 HGV Driver

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that keeps goods moving safely across the UK? Are you an experienced Class 1 driver with ADR certification who takes pride in safety, professionalism, and excellent customer service? If so, you could be the newest addition to our team as an ADR Class 1 HGV Driver in Kettering.

Be part of the movement – and play your part.

About the role

As an ADR Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of a variety of goods, including hazardous materials where required. You'll play a key role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time, compliantly, and to the highest safety standards.

You will be responsible for:

Driving Class 1 vehicles on scheduled collection and delivery routes

Transporting ADR and non-ADR loads safely and compliantly

Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer checks and reporting defects

Completing delivery paperwork and maintaining accurate records

Ensuring all loads are secured correctly and transported safely

Following all driver hours, tachograph, ADR, and road transport regulations

Providing a professional and customer-focused service at all delivery locations

About you

You'll hold a valid Class 1 licence, Driver CPC, digital tachograph card, and a current ADR qualification. Previous experience transporting hazardous goods is desirable, along with a strong understanding of transport compliance and safety requirements.

You'll thrive in this role if you're reliable, organised, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential. A positive attitude, professional approach, and willingness to support the wider team will help you succeed.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

We’ll support you on your journey and create the conditions that make it worthwhile.

We’ll encourage you to challenge yourself, to acquire new skills and attributes. We want you to develop and progress within your career. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace, and we've developed training courses to support you.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

Full employee assistance programme including:

Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.

Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you