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Class 1 Driver

DPD UK

Dunstable

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Dunstable is seeking a professional driver to execute collections and deliveries. The role requires a valid UK driving licence, experience with LGV C+E vehicles, and a commitment to customer service and safety. Benefits include structured overtime opportunities and a professional uniform. Join us today for a fulfilling career in logistics.

Benefits

Professional company uniform
Fully funded CPC renewal
Structured overtime opportunities
Access to a modern fleet
Holiday trading
Enhanced maternity and paternity package
Free life assurance
Free onsite car parking
Health Kiosks
Discounted shopping
Milestone Days off
Free eye tests support

Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year's experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
  • Professional manner and flexible approach.
  • Commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Executing bulk collections and deliveries with precision.
  • Adhering to time-critical deadlines and collection schedules.
  • Maintaining accurate records and journey details.

Skills

Professional driving skills
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail

Education

Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement
Current UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card
Job description
Overview

Company Description

  • Contract: Permanent /40 Hours Per Week minimum
  • Hourly Rate: £16.35ph overtime paid at enhanced rates
  • Location: DPD Dunstable, Unit 4, Humphrys Road, Woodside Industrial Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4TP
  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday
  • Start Time: 08:00-16:45

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. The company focuses on delivering the best service, using the best technology, and recruiting and retaining the best people in the industry. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Executing bulk collections and deliveries from our nationwide network of depots and major customers with utmost precision and efficiency.
  • Adhering strictly to time-critical deadlines and predetermined collection schedules.
  • Maintaining the highest standards of service delivery to uphold our reputation for excellence.
  • Meticulously maintaining accurate records and journey details in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Participating in loading and unloading operations as required, ensuring cargo integrity and safety protocols are followed.

This role requires a professional manner, a flexible approach and strong interpersonal skills. You will be committed to delivering world-class customer service.

Qualifications
  • Minimum of one year's experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
  • Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement.
  • Current and valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card.
  • Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card.

The role requires strict adherence to regulatory requirements and professional standards in the logistics industry. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence in their professional driving career.

Benefits
  • Professional company uniform
  • Fully funded CPC renewal
  • Structured overtime opportunities
  • Access to a modern, well-maintained fleet
Additional Information

About our benefits: We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business. We offer more than just a salary and job stability, including:

  • Holiday trading
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity package
  • Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
  • Free onsite car parking for all employees
  • Health Kiosks visiting every location
  • Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
  • Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
  • Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
  • For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today.

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