Class 1 Driver

Dpdgroupuk1; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DPD is seeking a professional LGV C+E driver to join our Leeds operation. You will cover multi-drop collections and deliveries within your local area, maintaining time-sensitive schedules and high service standards.

The role requires a valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement, a current UK CPC Card, and a Digital Tachograph Card, plus at least 6 months' recent LGV C+E experience. A reliable, safety-conscious approach is essential for a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Must have UK driving licence with CE entitlement.
• Current UK CPC Card.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• At least 6 months recent LGV C+E experience.
• Strong safety and reliability mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle multi-drop collections and deliveries across the local area.
• Maintain time-critical schedules and uphold service standards.
• Ensure compliance with tachograph and transport regulations.
• Assist with loading/unloading as required and ensure freight security.
• Represent the DPD brand with a professional and flexible approach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety-conscious

Reliable

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week

Days of Work: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Shift Pattern: 08:00 - 18:45

Core Responsibilities

• The Route: Handle multi-drop collections and deliveries across your local area successfully achieving time sensitive deliveries and predetermined collection schedules
• Service Excellence: Ensure strict adherence to time-critical scheduling requirements while upholding the company's standards for world-class service.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain meticulous and accurate digital journey records, ensuring full compliance with all relevant digital tachograph and transport regulations.
• Freight Management: Proactively participate in the safe and secure loading and unloading of trailers, ensuring freight integrity and security throughout transit.
• Brand Representation: Act as a professional ambassador for the DPD brand, exhibiting a flexible, solution-oriented approach and maintaining a positive corporate image in all interactions.

What You Bring

• The License: Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement.
• The Experience: At least 6 months recent experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
• The Essentials: A current UK CPC Card and a valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• The Values: You're reliable, safety-conscious, and align with our DPD DNA: Passion, Respect, and Accountability.
• The Skills: Great interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, logistics-heavy environment.

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