7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver
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* Salary: £15.07ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rates
* Location: DPD Bicester - Unit D, Symmetry Park, Bicester, OX26 6GF
* Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
* Hours of Work: 08:00am - 17:00pm
Company Description
* Contract Type: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week
* Salary: £15.07ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rates
* Location: DPD Bicester - Unit D, Symmetry Park, Bicester, OX26 6GF
* Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
* Hours of Work: 08:00am - 17:00pm
DPD UK, a member of Geopost, is a leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, with a turnover of nearly £2 billion. We aim to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK, providing excellent service, utilizing advanced technology, and hiring top talent. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
Job Description
As a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver for DPD, your responsibilities include:
* Providing exceptional customer service during parcel collection and delivery
* Ensuring timely and accurate deliveries according to scheduled routes
* Assisting with loading and unloading parcels at depots and customer locations
* Managing approximately 50-60 stops daily in your designated area
* Using equipment like sack bars or hand trucks to handle heavier items safely
* Maintaining accurate delivery and collection records
* Adhering to road safety regulations and company policies
* Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting issues
* Using handheld devices and software to update statuses and communicate
* Resolving customer queries professionally
* Adapting to weather conditions and adjusting delivery approaches
* Collaborating with depot staff and drivers for smooth operations
* Maintaining a professional appearance as a representative of DPD
Qualifications
What we're looking for:
* A valid 7.5T (C1) license, DQC, 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
Additional qualities include:
* Excellent customer service skills
* Ability to meet deadlines, flexibility, and a proactive attitude
* Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor
* Ability to multi-task and problem-solve
* Physical fitness to lift items up to 25kg
* Strong time management and organizational skills
* Knowledge of local roads and traffic patterns
* Calmness under pressure
* Comfort with technology and handheld devices
* Commitment to health and safety
* Upholding DPD's core values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability
Additional Information
Our benefits include holiday trading, enhanced maternity/paternity packages, life assurance, health and wellbeing services, onsite parking, shopping discounts, milestone days off, and support for eye health. DPD offers career development and internal promotion opportunities.
If you share our values and aim to deliver excellent service, apply today!
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