7.5 Tonne Local Delivery Driver – Tech‑Driven

DPD UK; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £16.05

Mon-Fri

Permanent contract

Career growth

Sustainability

Wellness benefits

Retail discounts

Job summary

DPD UK Peterborough is seeking a reliable, tech-savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. You’ll own a designated local route with around 40–50 stops daily, ensuring parcels reach customers with precision and a high standard of service.

You’ll drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle, use Saturn handheld devices, and handle loading/unloading with sacks and hand trucks. The role emphasizes safety, professionalism, and customer care.

Qualifications

• Valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
• Ideally 6 months recent driving experience handling 7.5 Tonne vehicles.
• Professional, approachable, and safety‑minded.

Responsibilities

• Drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle on local routes with 40–50 stops daily.
• Use Saturn handheld devices for deliveries and tracking.
• Load/unload parcels using sacks, barrows and hand trucks.
• Provide friendly, professional service at every drop-off.

Skills

7.5 Tonne licence

DQC/CPC

Driving experience

Tools

Saturn handheld device

Job description

DPD UK Peterborough is seeking a reliable, tech-savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. You’ll own a designated local route with around 40–50 stops daily, ensuring parcels reach customers with precision and a high standard of service.

You’ll drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle, use Saturn handheld devices, and handle loading/unloading with sacks and hand trucks. The role emphasizes safety, professionalism, and customer care.