Overview
Apprentice 7.5t Driver - DX NETWORK SERVICES LIMITED
About DX: DX are a market leading provider of parcel, freight, secure courier and logistics services across the UK and Ireland with three divisions: DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our approach is straightforward and customer-focused, and we are proud of our dedicated team. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio-economic background.
Job Description
The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is a 15-month programme where apprentices will learn all aspects of professional driving as well as gaining their Category C1 (7.5t) Licence. This is with a view to moving to a full-time 7.5t Driver position within DX upon completion of the apprenticeship. Responsibilities include non-driving duties which are relevant to the job role including office work, drivers mate and warehousing during training.
Apprentices will also undertake a range of training alongside their daily role which will provide a broad range of knowledge about the job, as well as building their skills and behaviours. Apprentices will obtain CPC licences as part of the Urban Driver Apprentice programme and this is a legal requirement to drive LGV vehicles.
Key Tasks / Areas of Responsibility
* Represent DX in a professional manner at all times
* Carry out all tasks required as part of the apprenticeship training
* Drive vehicles in a safe and legal manner ensuring compliance with all legal and company requirements at all times
* Complete daily checks, report defects promptly, and ensure correct paperwork
* Ensure all products are scanned using DX scanning equipment
* Load deliveries safely prior to leaving the depot
* Observe DX procedures and policies at all times
* Manage routing to achieve premium and timed deliveries
* Ensure correct equipment and PPE are in good order and used at all times
* Report delivery and on-road issues to the traffic office promptly
* Ensure the customer receives deliveries in excellent condition
* Handle customer issues politely and effectively
* Ensure collections are made in line with given instructions and times
Qualifications / Entry Requirements
Apprentices must be 18 or over and have a minimum of 12 months UK driving experience. As a minimum you must have:
* Category B licence
Benefits
* Competitive rates of pay
* Life assurance
* Enhanced maternity & paternity
* Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
* Long service recognition
* Company pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP
* DX Discounts Portal
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
There are steps to be accepted as an apprentice, including checks and assessments by our training partner to be completed if your application is considered. If successful at this stage, you will be invited to an interview. We look forward to hearing from you!
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