Class 1 Driver

DPD Group UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Reading is seeking a Class 1 Driver to execute bulk collections and deliveries across its network. The role demands excellent customer service skills, adherence to strict compliance standards, and valid LGV C+E license. You will enjoy benefits such as professional uniform, health services, and opportunities for career development. Join us to contribute to delivering exceptional service to our customers.

Benefits

Professional company uniform

Fully funded CPC renewal

Access to a modern, well-maintained fleet

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance

Health Kiosks

Discounted shopping

Milestone Days off

Free eye tests and glasses support

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
• Strict adherence to regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Execute bulk collections and deliveries from network depots and major customers.
• Adhere to time-critical deadlines and collection schedules.
• Maintain service delivery standards and accurate records.

Skills

Professional manner

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to customer service

Education

Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement

Current UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card

Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Overview

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.

Contract details

• Contract: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week
• Hourly Rate: £16.35ph - overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Location: DPD Reading - 2 Imperial Way, Reading RG2 0SL
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Hours of Work: 08:30 to 17:30

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 service. In 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 we're looking for:

• 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 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 wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s 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 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 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.