7.5t Urban Driver Apprentice

GTG Training Limited; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

C1 licence training

Mentorship and guidance

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

DX is offering a 7.5T Driver Apprentice opportunity that combines hands-on logistics work with formal training toward a Category C1 (7.5t) licence and Driver CPC qualification.

You will gain real workplace experience, learn safe driving, vehicle checks, route planning, and customer service while potentially progressing into a full‑time driving role after completion.

Qualifications

• Learn safe and professional driving skills.
• Learn vehicle checks and road safety procedures.
• Learn route planning and time management.
• Develop customer service and communication skills.
• Gain knowledge of delivery and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Safe and professional driving on assigned routes.
• Perform vehicle checks and follow road-safety procedures.
• Plan routes and manage time to meet delivery windows.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.
• Support warehouse, drivers' mate, and depot activities as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle checks

Route planning

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Full UK Category B licence

Job description

If you enjoy driving, being on the move, and want a career with real progression, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a 7.5T Driver Apprentice, you'll gain hands‑on experience in the logistics and transport industry while training towards your Category C1 (7.5t) Licence and Driver CPC qualification. Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to progress into a full‑time driving role upon completion.

About the Company

DX are a market leading provider of a wide range of delivery services, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services.

They provide a wide range of specialist delivery services to both business and residential addresses across the UK and Ireland. We have three divisions, DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our approach is straight‑forward and no‑nonsense. Their goal is to Deliver Exactly to our customers’ requirements. Key to what they do at DX is its people and they are incredibly proud of the dedicated team they have built.

At DX, they are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio‑economic background.

What You'll Learn

• Safe and professional driving skills
• Vehicle checks and road safety procedures
• Route planning and time management
• Customer service and communication skills
• Delivery and logistics operations
• Warehouse, drivers' mate, and depot activities

You'll gain real workplace experience while receiving specialist training and support throughout the programme.

What We're Looking For

• Aged 18+
• Full UK Category B licence
• Minimum 12 months driving experience
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, organised, and customer-focused

What's in It for You?

• Earn while you learn
• Gain your Category C1 (7.5t) Licence
• Support from experienced mentors
• Career progression opportunities

This is your chance to gain valuable skills, earn a wage, and build a long‑term career in transport and logistics.

If you've got the right skills and enthusiasm for this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. DX and GTG Training are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and will consider all applicants fairly and without discrimination.