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Class 1 Driver

DPD Group UK

England

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Class 1 Driver responsible for executing precise bulk collections and deliveries. The ideal candidate will have a valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement, a CPC Card, and experience in operating LGV CE vehicles. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including a professional uniform, fully funded CPC renewal, and structured overtime opportunities, all within a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Professional company uniform
Fully funded CPC renewal
Structured overtime opportunities
Health kiosks at every location
Free onsite car parking
Discounted shopping from retailers
Free life assurance
Enhanced maternity and paternity package
Milestone Days off

Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year's experience operating LGV CE vehicles.

Responsibilities

  • Execute bulk collections and deliveries with precision.
  • Adhere to time-critical deadlines and collection schedules.
  • Maintain high standards of service delivery.
  • Accurately keep records and journey details.
  • Participate in loading and unloading operations.

Skills

Inventory Control
Basic Math
Paratransit
Tanker Experience
Van Driver
Box Truck Experience
Commercial Driving
Commercial Vehicle Experience
Delivery Driver Experience
Manual Transmission Experience
Driving
Heavy Lifting

Education

Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement
Current and valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card
Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
Job description

As a Class 1 Driver for DPD your key responsibilities will include :

  • 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 needs an individual with a professional manner a flexible approach and strong interpersonal skills. You will be committed to delivering world-class customer return we offer a comprehensive package including :

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

Qualifications :

What were looking for :

  • Minimum of one years experience operating LGV CE vehicles.
  • Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement.
  • Current and valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card.
  • Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card.

The nature of this role demands 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.

Additional Information :

About our benefits :

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few

  • 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 -essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
  • Discounted shopping from 100s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
  • Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
  • For employees who regularlyuse 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 are proud to 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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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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