The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is a 15-month programme designed to train individuals in all aspects of professional driving, culminating in the attainment of a Category C1 (7.5t) Licence. Upon successful completion, apprentices are expected to transition into a full-time 7.5t Driver position within DX.
Responsibilities include both driving and non-driving duties such as office work, assisting drivers, and warehousing during training. Apprentices will also undertake comprehensive training to develop their knowledge, skills, and behaviors relevant to the role.
As part of the programme, apprentices will obtain CPC licences, which are legally required to operate LGV vehicles.
Key Tasks/Responsibilities
1. Represent DX professionally at all times.
2. Complete all tasks required during apprenticeship training.
3. Drive vehicles safely and legally, ensuring compliance with all regulations and company policies.
4. Perform daily vehicle checks, report defects immediately, and complete necessary paperwork.
5. Use DX scanning equipment to scan all products.
6. Load deliveries safely prior to departure from the depot.
7. Follow DX procedures and policies consistently.
8. Manage routes to ensure timely and premium deliveries.
9. Use and maintain all required PPE and equipment.
10. Report delivery and road issues promptly to the traffic office.
11. Deliver products in excellent condition and handle customer issues politely and effectively.
12. Make collections as instructed and within designated times.
Applicants must be 18 or over with at least 12 months of UK driving experience and hold a Category B licence. The application process includes assessments and an interview, with potential communication with our training partner, GTG.
DX is a leading provider of delivery services across the UK and Ireland, offering parcel freight, courier, and logistics solutions through its divisions: DX Freight, DX Express, and DX Logistics. We pride ourselves on our straightforward approach and dedicated team.
DX is committed to equality of opportunity regardless of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age, or socio-economic background.
Benefits include competitive pay, life assurance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, holiday entitlement increasing with service, long service recognition, pension scheme, employee assistance programs, DX discounts, and opportunities for career progression. After six months of continuous service, employees are eligible for company healthcare, covering dental and optical care, among other benefits.
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