7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver

DPD UK • English • Paid as a contractor rate • Bachelor's Degree • 3 days ago
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≈ $34k – $63k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Bournemouth)
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Junior · 1+ year exp
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Full-Time
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DPD UK

DPD UK is a parcel delivery company serving businesses and consumers across the United Kingdom, headquartered in Smethwick in the West Midlands near Birmingham, with a national network of hubs and depots. It is a member of Geopost, the international parcel and e-commerce delivery group, and runs sites such as Leeds, Leicester, Bicester, Ipswich, Middleton, Dartford and its Oldbury hub operations. The company hires van and truck collection and delivery drivers, warehouse operatives, HGV technicians and maintenance engineers, depot and operations managers, sales executives and finance staff.
dpdgroupuk.com • HQ: Smethwick, United Kingdom • 1001-5000 employees

LOCATION: DPD Bournemouth - Ferndown Industrial Estate, Ferndown BH21 7BU

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery team? At DPD, we aren’t just moving parcels; we’re leading the charge in green logistics and tech-driven delivery. We’re looking for a reliable, tech-savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. If you want a role with a clear routine, and a company that actually invests in your future, let’s talk.

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

The Perks

  • Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.
  • Work Schedule: 40 Hours Per Week - Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:45 - Keep your weekends for yourself!
  • Stability & Growth: We promote from within. This isn’t just a job; it’s a career path.
  • Sustainability: Work for a company aiming to be the UK’s greenest delivery partner.
  • Wellness & Support: Milestone Days off (e.g. Birthdays ) / Enhanced maternity / paternity pay / Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work / 4 x Life assurance and Holiday Trading options.
  • Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).

The Role

You’ll be the face of DPD, managing a designated route with roughly 50-60 stops. You’re not just a driver; you’re a problem-solver and a tech-user. Your role is vital in providing a service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers.

  • Drive: Safely operate a 7.5 Tonne vehicle across local routes.
  • Tech: Use our industry-leading handheld Saturn devices to manage deliveries and track progress.
  • Connect: Be the friendly face our customers see every day.
  • Move: Load / unload parcels using provided equipment, such as a sack barrow / hand truck, to safely handle heavier items

What You Bring

  • The Essentials: A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
  • Experience: Ideally 6 months experience handling 7.5 tonne vehicles
  • Vibe: You’re professional, approachable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Fitness: You’re physically active and comfortable with the lifting involved in the job.
  • Values: You care about doing a good job and treat customers and colleagues with respect.

Ready to start? If you have the drive and the DPD DNA to succeed, we want to hear from you.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD

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