Job Description
The Role: What You’ll Actually Be Doing
This is a 360-degree apprenticeship. You’ll spend 13 months rotating through different areas of the business to understand how the magic happens:
* On the Road: Learning professional driving, route optimization, and vehicle safety.
* In the Hub: Loading/unloading vehicles and mastering warehouse logistics.
* In the Office: Getting a behind-the-scenes look at how we plan and track the nation’s deliveries.
* Maintenance: Learning to conduct full vehicle "health checks" and reporting faults to keep the fleet 100%.
* The Skills: Learning the tech behind the deliveries and maintaining high safety standards.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
* The Basics: You’re 18+ and have held a UK Category B license for at least 12 months.
* The Brains: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent. You’re organized, communicative, and have a high attention to detail.
* The Driving Record: A valid UK Drivers Licence with no more than 6 points. We have a zero-tolerance policy for major offences (like dangerous/careless driving, driving under the influence of drink/drugs, or mobile phone use).
* The Energy: You’re independently motivated and ready to show up with Passion, Respect, and Honesty.
Social Impact & Inclusion
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer. We’re passionate about creating an environment that is open, inclusive, and socially responsible. We want you to bring your authentic self to work every day.
Additional Information
Ready to Level Up?
No CV? No stress. We value potential over a perfect document. If you don't have a CV, just write us a short "Why Me?" letter. Tell us why you’re interested in the LGV qualification and why DPD is the place you want to start your journey.
To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD
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