7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver
DPD UK, Dunstable, England, United Kingdom
Salary: £16.05ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rate
Shift Pattern: Tuesday to Saturday
Hours of Work: 09:00 - 17:00
Overview
As a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery driver for DPD, you'll play a crucial role in our operations and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for customers, providing excellent service during parcel collection and delivery
* Ensure timely and accurate collection and delivery of parcels according to scheduled routes
* Assist with loading and unloading parcels at the depot and customer locations
* Manage a daily schedule of approximately 50-60 stops in your designated area
* Utilise equipment such as a sack barrow/hand truck to safely handle heavier items
* Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections, and issues encountered during your shift
* Adhere to road safety regulations and company policies while operating the 7.5 tonne vehicle
* Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance issues promptly
* Utilise handheld devices and company software to update delivery statuses and communicate with the depot
* Resolve customer queries and concerns professionally and efficiently
* Adapt to changing weather conditions and adjust delivery approach accordingly
* Collaborate with depot staff and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and workload distribution
* Maintain a clean and presentable appearance as a representative of DPD
Qualifications
* A valid 7.5T (C1) licence, DQC (Driver Qualification Card) and CPC accreditation
* A clean driving record with no more than 3 penalty points
* At least 1 year of experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles or similar
What we’re looking for
* A strong focus on customer service
* Ability to work to deadlines, flexible and proactive
* Friendly, approachable, positive, resourceful and professional
* Ability to multi-task and problem solve
* Ability to lift, load and carry heavy items up to 25kg
* Excellent time management and organisational skills
* Good knowledge of local road networks and traffic patterns
* Ability to work well under pressure and remain calm in challenging situations
* Comfort using handheld devices and basic computer software
* Physically fit to meet job demands
* Commitment to health and safety practices
* Demonstrates the DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability
About our benefits
* 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 at every location
* Vitality at Work
* Free On Site Parking
* Discounted shopping from retailers (up to 5% off supermarket shopping)
* Milestone Days off to celebrate with family and friends
* Support with eye tests and glasses costs for screen-based work
Joining DPD can lead to a stable job and career opportunities. We recognise and develop talent and 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
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
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