Collection And Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne

Dpd Group Uk; Aberford; Presencial; GBP 15 000 - 21 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Work-life balance

Rewards platform discounts

Vitality at Work

Unum Help@Hand

Milestone Days

Growth & Development

Resumo da oferta

DPD Group UK is seeking an active, customer-driven Driver to join the delivery network. You will start with vehicle checks, then load and organise parcels for your route, delivering with a professional smile to customers.

You will use handheld devices to navigate and confirm deliveries, handle parcels up to 30 kg, and solve on-the-go delivery questions while ensuring vehicle security.

Qualificações

• Irrespective of background, you must hold a valid UK driving licence for 12+ months.
• You must be physically capable of handling parcels up to 30 kg.
• You should be a reliable, professional, and customer-focused individual.
• You should be comfortable navigating local roads and using handheld devices.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and safety-check the vehicle at the start of your shift.
• Organise parcels in the van to suit your route for efficiency.
• Deliver parcels directly to customers with a friendly, professional service.
• Resolve delivery issues on the go using local knowledge and technology.
• Safely handle parcels and protect the security of the vehicle and cargo.

Conhecimentos

Driving licence

Physical fitness

People skills

Handheld devices

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

The Tasks: What Your Day Looks Like

As a DPD Driver, you are the final, vital link between us and our customers. Your day is active, varied, and tech-integrated:

• Vehicle Prep & Loading: Start your shift by conducting daily vehicle safety checks. You’ll then take charge of your morning load, organising your parcels into your van to ensure maximum efficiency for your specific route.
• Route Mastery: Use our top-tier handheld technology to navigate your territory. Our software doesn't just give you a map; it provides "predict" windows for customers, making your journey smoother and more professional.
• Customer Interaction: You are the face of DPD. You’ll be delivering smiles and parcels directly to doorsteps, providing a friendly, professional service that keeps our customers coming back.
• Problem Solving on the Go: Whether it's finding a "safe place" or navigating a tricky apartment complex, you’ll use your local knowledge and our tech to ensure a successful first-time delivery.
• Safe Handling: You will be responsible for the security of your vehicle and the items within it, safely handling parcels (some weighing up to 25kg) from the depot to the final destination.

Qualifications

Are You a Match?

• You’ve held a valid UK Driving Licence for at least 12 months.
• You’re physically fit (can handle parcels up to 30kg).
• You’re a "people person" who's professional and reliable and you care about the service you deliver
• You’re comfortable navigating local roads and using handheld devices.

Additional Information

What's In It For You?

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We invest in our people so they can invest in us.

• Work-Life Balance: Reliable schedules to help you plan your life outside of work.
• Big Perks: Access to our rewards platform with discounts at 100s of retailers (that 5% off your weekly grocery shop really adds up!).
• Wellness First: Your health matters. Enjoy access to Vitality at Work, mental health support, and Unum Help@Hand—offering 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• Celebration Days: We want to celebrate with you! Take "Milestone Days" off for life’s big moments, including your Birthday.
• Growth & Development: We don’t just hire; we promote. Many of our managers started behind the wheel. If you have the drive, we have the path.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective.

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