Urban Driver Apprentice – 7.5t Driver Opportunity at DX
DX is a market leading provider of a wide range of delivery services, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services. We provide specialist delivery services to both business and residential addresses across the UK and Ireland. We operate through three divisions: DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our goal is to deliver exactly to our customers’ requirements. Key to what we do is our people – we are proud of the dedicated team we have built.
About Us
At DX, we are committed to ensuring 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 as well as gaining their Category C1 (7.5 t) licence. This is designed to lead to a full‑time 7.5 t Driver position within DX upon completion.
Apprentices will undertake a broad range of training alongside their daily role, building skills and behaviours. They will obtain CPC licences as part of the programme – 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 ensuring compliance with all legal and company requirements at all times
* All daily checks are undertaken ensuring defects are immediately reported and correct paperwork completed
* Ensure all products are scanned using DX scanning equipment
* Ensure all deliveries are loaded safely prior to leaving the depot
* Observe DX procedures and policies at all times
* Manage your routing to ensure premium and timed deliveries are achieved
* Ensure the correct equipment and PPE (personal protective equipment) is in good order and used at all times
* Ensure all delivery and on‑road issues are reported to the traffic office immediately
* Ensure the customer receives their deliveries in excellent condition every time
* Deal with any customer issues in a polite and effective manner
* Ensure collections are made in line with given instructions and times
Qualifications / Entry Requirements
Applicants must be 18 or older and have a minimum of 12 months UK driving experience. They should possess at least a Category B licence.
Benefits
* Competitive rates of pay
* Life assurance
* Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
* Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
* Long service recognition scheme
* Company pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme including 24/7 virtual GP
* DX discounts portal
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
There are a number of steps to be accepted as an apprentice. The applicant will work with our partner GTG to complete checks, submit information, and undertake an English and numeracy assessment. Successful candidates will then be called forward for an interview.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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