7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver

DPDgroup; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DPDgroup as a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver in London, where you'll be pivotal in delivering excellent service to customers. This role requires a valid driving licence, experience with 7.5 tonne vehicles, and a commitment to maintaining professionalism and safety in all operations.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance of 4 x salary

Access to health and wellbeing services

Free On Site Parking

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 7.5T licence and clean driving record.
• Minimum 1 year experience driving similar vehicles.
• Knowledge of local road networks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely collection and delivery of parcels.
• Ensure customer service excellence during interactions.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Problem Solving

Physical Fitness

Education

7.5T (C1) licence

DQC (Driver Qualification Card)

CPC accreditation

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DPDgroup

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London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description

Our West London Depot is looking for 4 x 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Drivers. As a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery driver for DPD, you'll play a crucial role in our operations and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include:

• Serving as the first point of contact for our customers, providing exceptional service during parcel collection and delivery
• Ensuring timely and accurate collection and delivery of parcels according to scheduled routes
• Assisting with loading and unloading parcels at the depot and customer locations
• Managing a daily schedule of approximately 50-60 stops in your designated area
• Utilising provided equipment, such as a sack barrow/hand truck, to safely handle heavier items
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries, collections, and any issues encountered during your shift
• Adhering to all road safety regulations and company policies whilst operating the 7.5 tonne vehicle
• Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance issues promptly
• Utilising handheld devices and company software to update delivery statuses and communicate with the depot
• Resolving customer queries and concerns professionally and efficiently
• Adapting to changing weather conditions and adjusting your delivery approach accordingly
• Collaborating with depot staff and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and workload distribution
• Maintaining a clean and presentable appearance, as you represent DPD to our customers

Your role is vital in providing a service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers, and we rely on your professionalism and dedication to uphold DPD's reputation for excellence in parcel delivery.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

To be considered for the role you must have:

• A valid 7.5T (C1) licence, DQC (Driver Qualification Card) and CPC accreditation
• A clean driving record with no more than 3 penalty points
• At least 1years experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles or similar

We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you:

• Recognise the value of providing great customer service
• Can work to deadlines, are flexible and always go above and beyond
• Are friendly, approachable, positive, resourceful and professional
• Are able to multi-task and problem solve
• Have the ability to lift, load and carry heavy items up to 25kg
• Possess excellent time management and organisational skills
• Have a good knowledge of local road networks and traffic patterns
• Can work well under pressure and maintain a calm demeanour in challenging situations
• Are comfortable using handheld devices and basic computer software
• Are physically fit and able to handle the demands of a physically active job
• Have a strong commitment to health and safety practices
• Demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.

Additional Information

About our benefits:

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
• Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Vitality at Work
• Free On Site Parking
• Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses