7.5t Driver

DX Delivery; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking delivery company as a 7.5t Driver and become part of a team dedicated to exceptional service. In this active role, you will be responsible for delivering products safely and efficiently while ensuring customer satisfaction. With a commitment to your career progression, the company offers training opportunities to enhance your skills and advance within the organization. Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and numerous benefits including health plans and a pension scheme. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are passionate about delivering excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Rates of Pay

Company Funded Health Cash Plan

20 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Long Service Recognition

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

DX Discounts Portal

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a current driving licence and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to manage delivery routes efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products safely and on time while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Current Driving Licence

Tools

DX Scanning Equipment

Job description

An exciting new 7.5t Driver opportunity at DX!

All about you

You will be friendly, hard-working and love the buzz of getting things done. We value team players and here at DX we are committed to providing our people with the technical and personal skills to progress their careers.

About us

We think we are more than just a delivery company. We know each item tells a story and we know that for someone, somewhere, it’ll make their day, or not - if we fail!

DX is the specialist provider of customer-driven solutions for time sensitive, mission critical, high value and heavier items delivery. DX routinely handles goods from many high street retailers and industry sectors including homeware, high street fashion, optical lenses, pharmacy items and jewellery along with legal documents, the UK Government and foreign embassies for identity documents and visas.

Our brand is what we do every day and our values set the tone for how we want our colleagues to go about their business of delivering the Delivered Exactly promise. Our goal every day is to deliver on our promises, so you can deliver on yours.

What will it feel like to be part of our team?

At DX, we know our people are our foundation of success. We are passionate about your career progression with us. We strive to develop and promote from within whenever we can, so if you want to develop your career DX will provide the training and the opportunities!

Role summary:

To deliver customers products to the required premises ensuring all customers receive exceptional customer service as part of a multi drop delivery route. The driver will ensure that all products are transported safely to the customers’ premises, treating their freight as if it were our own.

Key responsibilities

• Represent DX in a professional manner at all times
• Drive vehicles in a safe and legal manner ensuring compliance with all legal and company requirements at all times
• All daily checks are undertaken ensuring defects are immediately reported and correct paperwork completed
• Ensure all products are scanned using DX scanning equipment
• Ensure all deliveries are loaded safely prior to leaving the depot
• Observe DX procedures and policies at all times
• Manage your routing to ensure premium and timed deliveries are achieved
• Ensure the correct equipment and PPE, (personal protective equipment) is in good order and used at all times
• Ensure all delivery and on road issues are reported to the traffic office immediately
• Ensure the customer receives their deliveries in excellent condition every time
• Deal with any customer issues in a polite and effective manner
• Ensure collections are made in line with given instructions and times

Additional information on this role

A current driving licence is essential for this role. This is an active role and a great opportunity to thrive in a fantastic team environment and grow with the company.

Benefits:

• Competitive Rates of Pay
• Company Funded Health Cash Plan
• Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
• Long Service Recognition scheme
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP
• DX Discounts Portal
• As a 7.5t driver, and part of the DX family, you will have the opportunity to progress further and to receive training in the future to attain HGV C+E as part of our Driver Academy once you have qualified for the scheme.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and more!!