Overview
Apprentice 7.5t Driver role at DX NETWORK SERVICES LIMITED.
An exciting new Urban Driver Apprentice - 7.5t Driver opportunity at DX.
About Us: DX are a market leading provider of a wide range of delivery services, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services. We operate across the UK and Ireland with three divisions: DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our goal is to Deliver Exactly to our customers’ requirements, and our people are central to our success. 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 and gain their Category C1 (7.5t) Licence, with a view to moving to a full-time 7.5t Driver position within DX upon completion. Responsibilities include non-driving duties relevant to the role (office work, drivers mate and warehousing during training). Apprentices will undertake training alongside daily duties to build knowledge, skills and behaviours. CPC licences are obtained 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 with compliance to all legal and company requirements
* Complete daily checks, report defects, and ensure correct paperwork
* Scan all products 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 timely deliveries
* Ensure correct equipment and PPE are in good order and used at all times
* Report delivery or on-road issues to the traffic office promptly
* Ensure customers receive deliveries in excellent condition and handle any issues politely and effectively
* Make collections in line with given instructions and times
Qualifications / Entry Requirements
* 18 years or older
* Minimum of 12 months UK driving experience
* Category B licence
Benefits
* Competitive rates of pay
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
* Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service plus 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. You may be contacted by our training partner to complete checks, information submission and an English and Numeracy assessment. Successful candidates will be invited to an interview.
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