Overview
Collection and Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne is a full-time role with the vacancy type Permanent - Full Time. Salary is £13.00ph with overtime paid at an enhanced rate. Shift patterns include Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday - Thursday, or Monday - Friday, with hours of work starting between 08:00 and 10:00.
DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion. Our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK, to deliver the best service, use the best technology, and recruit and retain the best people in the industry. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for customers, providing exceptional service when collecting or delivering parcels.
* Start your shift at the depot and efficiently load parcels onto your 3.5 tonne van.
* Follow a daily delivery schedule and manage your route to ensure timely collections and deliveries.
* Safely operate and maintain the 3.5 tonne van, adhering to traffic laws and company policies.
* Accurately scan and record parcel information using handheld devices.
* Collect signatures and other necessary proof of delivery from customers.
* Promptly report any delivery issues, vehicle problems, or customer concerns to your supervisor.
* Maintain a clean and organized van, conduct daily vehicle checks, and report maintenance needs.
* Adapt to changing weather conditions and adjust your delivery approach accordingly.
* Collaborate with depot staff and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and efficient parcel sorting.
* Wear the provided uniform and PPE at all times while on duty.
* Demonstrate the core DPD DNA Values of: Honesty, Respect, Passion, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.
What we're looking for
To be considered for the role you must have:
* Held a full UK driving licence and had regular driving experience for 12 months or more.
We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you:
* Recognise the value of providing great customer service
* Can work to deadlines, are flexible and always go above and beyond
* Are friendly, approachable, positive, resourceful and professional
* Are able to multi-task and problem solve
* Have the ability to lift, load and carry parcels weighing up to 25kg/30kg
* Possess excellent time management and organisational skills
* Have a good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the role
* Can work independently and as part of a team
* Have basic computer skills and the ability to use handheld devices
* Are comfortable working in various weather conditions
* Have a good knowledge of local roads and geography
About our benefits
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to provide more than just a salary and job stability. Our benefits include:
* Holiday trading
* Enhanced maternity and paternity package
* Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
* Unum Help@Hand – health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members
* Health Kiosks visiting every location
* Vitality at Work
* Free On Site Parking
* Discounted shopping from 100s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
* Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
* Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses for employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job
Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we offer development and promotion opportunities.
If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today.
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