7.5 Tonne Driver – Local Route, Tech-Driven Delivery

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime rates

Career progression

Sustainability focus

Wellness support

Retail discounts

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join our local delivery fleet. You’ll manage a route with 40–50 stops, loading and unloading, and using Saturn handheld devices to navigate and track deliveries.

This full-time role offers Monday to Friday work, 7:00–8:30 start window, competitive pay at £16.05 per hour with enhanced overtime, and a development path within a sustainability-focused, tech-driven business.

Qualifications

• A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
• Ideally 6 months recent driving experience with 7.5 Tonne vehicles.
• Professional, approachable and safety-conscious in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically capable of lifting and handling parcels.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage a local route with 40–50 stops daily.
• Load and unload parcels using appropriate equipment.
• Use Saturn handheld devices to track deliveries and optimize routes.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service during drop-offs.

Skills

Tech-savvy

Safe driving

Customer-focused

Professional demeanor

Route planning

Tools

Saturn handheld devices

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join our local delivery fleet. You’ll manage a route with 40–50 stops, loading and unloading, and using Saturn handheld devices to navigate and track deliveries.

This full-time role offers Monday to Friday work, 7:00–8:30 start window, competitive pay at £16.05 per hour with enhanced overtime, and a development path within a sustainability-focused, tech-driven business.