7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver - Local Routes & Tech Tools

DPD Group

Schoolhill

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 36,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

£16.05 per hour
Mon-Fri schedule
Health & wellbeing services
Retail discounts
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to manage a local route with about 40–50 stops daily. You will handle loading, timing, and safe delivery while using Saturn handhelds to track progress and maintain high service standards.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 08:30 to 17:00, with a pay rate of £16.05 per hour plus enhanced overtime. DPD emphasises growth, sustainability, and employee wellness programs for you and your family.

Qualifications

  • Valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence with DQC/CPC accreditation required.
  • Experience driving 7.5 Tonne vehicles preferred.
  • Ability to navigate local routes safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle on designated local routes.
  • Load and unload parcels using manual handling where needed.
  • Utilise Saturn handheld devices to manage deliveries and updates.
  • Provide friendly, professional customer service on every drop-off.

Skills

Safe driving
Local route knowledge
Professional communication
Self-motivation

Education

7.5 Tonne (C1) licence
DQC/CPC accreditation

Tools

Saturn handheld devices

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to manage a local route with about 40–50 stops daily. You will handle loading, timing, and safe delivery while using Saturn handhelds to track progress and maintain high service standards.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 08:30 to 17:00, with a pay rate of £16.05 per hour plus enhanced overtime. DPD emphasises growth, sustainability, and employee wellness programs for you and your family.

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