7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver

DPD UK; Crawley; Sur place; GBP 2 066 000 - 2 480 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced OT

Contract Type: Permanent / 40Hours per

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

Shift Pattern: Start window 07:00–08:3

Sustainability: UK’s greenest delivery

Wellness & Support: Unum Help@Hand & V

Retail Discounts: 5% off weekly shop

Résumé du poste

DPD Crawley is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Driver to cover local routes with roughly 40–50 stops per day. You will drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle, navigate efficiently, and use Saturn handheld devices to manage deliveries and progress.

You’ll be the friendly face of DPD, delivering parcels with professionalism while handling loading/unloading duties and maintaining high safety standards on a fast-paced route. This role is permanent, Monday–Friday, with early start times.

Qualifications

• Valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
• Ideally 6 months recent driving experience handling 7.5 Tonne vehicles.
• Physically active and comfortable with lifting involved in the job.

Responsabilités

• Drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle on local routes with 40–50 stops per day.
• Use Saturn handheld devices to track deliveries and progress.
• Load/unload parcels using appropriate equipment safely.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service on every drop-off.

Connaissances

Professional demeanor

Customer focus

Time management

Formation

7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation

Outils

Saturn handheld devices

Description du poste

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.
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Shift Pattern: Start window 07.00 - 8.30am
• 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: Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work for you and your family. Milestone Days off(e.g. Birthdays) Enhanced maternity / paternity pay. Life assurance and holiday trading options.
• Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).

LOCATION

DPD Crawley, Hydehurst Lane, Crawley, RH10 9AS

The Perks

• Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.
• Contract Type: Permanent / 40Hours per week
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Shift Pattern: Start window 07.00 - 8.30am
• 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: Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work for you and your family. Milestone Days off(e.g. Birthdays) Enhanced maternity / paternity pay. Life assurance and holiday trading options.
• Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).

Job Description

The Role

We’re looking for someone to take the wheel and own a designated local route. You aren’t just moving boxes; you’re the final boss of the delivery game, ensuring every parcel hits its destination with 10/10 service. With around 40 - 50 stops a day, you’ll be the ultimate problem-solver, navigating your community and making life easier for our customers. Your role is vital in providing a service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers.

The Role Breakdown

• Drive the Vibe: Get behind the wheel of a 7.5 Tonne vehicle. You’ll be cruising local routes, keeping it safe, professional, and efficient.
• Master the Tech: No paper maps here. You’ll use our industry-leading Saturn handheld devices. It’s basically your mission control for tracking progress, managing deliveries, and staying ahead of the game.
• The Main Character Energy: You’re the friendly face our customers see every day. Whether it’s a quick "hello" or a helpful drop-off, your energy defines the DPD experience.
• The Hustle: You’ll be loading and unloading parcels, using high-end gear like sack barrows and hand trucks to handle the heavy lifting safely. Think of it as a paid workout while you're on the move.

If you’re someone who loves autonomy, stays tech-savvy, and enjoys being out in the real world rather than stuck behind a screen, this is your lane.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• The Essentials: A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
• Experience: Ideally 6 months recent driving 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.

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