Class 1 Driver

Dpdgroup; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

DPD is expanding its nationwide transport network and seeks a skilled LGV C+E driver to join our permanent, full-time team in the Leicester area. You will handle multi‑drop collections and deliveries, ensure on‑time, time‑critical service, and maintain accurate digital journey records in compliance with tachograph and transport regulations.

Shift: 09:00–17:45, Monday to Friday. Valid UK driving licence with CE entitlement, CPC card, and Digital Tachograph card; minimum 6 months LGV C+E

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement.
• Current UK CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• At least 6 months recent experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
• Reliable and safety‑conscious with a professional attitude.
• Excellent time-management and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle multi‑drop collections and deliveries across your local area with time‑sensitive delivery schedules.
• Maintain strict adherence to time‑critical scheduling while upholding service standards.
• Maintain meticulous digital journey records ensuring compliance with tachograph and transport regulations.
• Participate in safe loading and unloading of trailers and protect freight integrity.
• Represent the DPD brand professionally in all interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Safety‑consciousness

Job description

Job Description

• Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Shift Pattern: 09:00 - 17:45

Core Responsibilities

This pivotal role is central to our nationwide transport network, focusing on the precise and efficient management of high-volume logistics operations.

• 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.

Qualifications

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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