Job Description
As a Class 1 Tramper driver, you will be entrusted with the critical responsibility of executing bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers throughout the United Kingdom. Your role is integral to maintaining the efficiency and reliability of our logistics network.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Operating state-of-the-art heavy goods vehicles to transport palette loads to HGV-compatible locations.
2. Adhering strictly to predetermined shift patterns to ensure timely and consistent service delivery.
3. Demonstrating a high level of commitment by undertaking a minimum of four nights per week away from base, utilising secure company locations for overnight stays.
4. Maintaining absolute professionalism while representing DPD during all customer interactions.
5. Efficiently managing and being accountable for a designated regional territory surrounding your assigned base depot.
6. Ensuring compliance with all relevant road safety regulations and company policies.
7. Upholding the highest standards of vehicle maintenance and cleanliness to reflect the company's commitment to excellence.
8. Accurately completing all necessary documentation and digital records associated with deliveries and collections.
9. Proactively communicating with dispatch and management teams to address any operational challenges or delays.
10. Continuously demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.
This role demands a high degree of responsibility, self-motivation, and dedication to maintaining DPD's reputation for exceptional service in the logistics industry.
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
11. Valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence: Possession of this licence is mandatory and non-negotiable for this position.
12. Extensive Class 1 Experience: A minimum of 12 months of verifiable Class 1 driving experience is imperative. This ensures the candidate has the necessary expertise to handle the complexities of the role.
13. Valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card: This certification is crucial, demonstrating the candidate's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional driving.
14. Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card: This is an essential requirement for legal and efficient operation of our vehicles.
15. Embodiment of DPD's Core Values: The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the fundamental DPD DNA values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability
Additional Information
About our Benefits
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…
16. Holiday trading
17. Enhanced maternity and paternity package
18. Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
19. Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members
20. Health Kiosks visiting every location
21. Vitality at Work
22. Free On Site Parking
23. Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
24. Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
25. For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses
26. Free company uniform
27. Full training and induction
28. Fully funded CPC renewal
29. Modern and well maintained fleet