Job Details
* Contract: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week minimum
* Hourly Rate: £15.27ph, overtime paid at enhanced rates
* Days of Work: Monday - Friday
* Start Time: 08:00 - 16:45
About DPD UK
DPD UK is part of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, offering a wide range of delivery and innovative services globally. With a turnover of nearly £2 billion, our goal is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. We aim to deliver excellent service, utilize the best technology, and recruit and retain top industry talent.
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
Job Description
As a Class 1 Driver at DPD, your key responsibilities will include:
* Executing bulk collections and deliveries across our nationwide network and major customers efficiently and accurately.
* Adhering to strict time-critical deadlines and collection schedules.
* Maintaining high standards of service to uphold our reputation for excellence.
* Keeping accurate records and journey details in compliance with regulations.
* Participating in loading and unloading operations, ensuring cargo safety and integrity.
This role requires a professional demeanor, flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering world-class customer service. We offer a comprehensive package including:
* Professional uniform
* Fully funded CPC renewal
* Structured overtime opportunities
* Access to a modern, well-maintained fleet
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
* At least one year's experience operating LGV C+E vehicles
* Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement
* Current UK CPC Card
* Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
The role demands strict adherence to safety and professional standards. Successful candidates will demonstrate reliability, safety consciousness, and excellence in professional driving.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer benefits such as:
* Holiday trading
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* Free life assurance (4x salary) upon pension scheme enrollment
* Free onsite parking
* Health kiosks at each location
* Unum Help@Hand health and wellbeing services
* Discounted shopping with retailers
* Milestone days off
* Support for eye tests and glasses for screen users
Joining DPD offers not just a job but a career with opportunities for development and promotion. If our values resonate with you and you can help us deliver on our promises, apply today.
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