Collection and Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne

DPDgroup; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life assurance

Milestone days

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

DPDgroup is hiring a driver to join our delivery network. You will begin with vehicle checks, load parcels, and then navigate routes using handheld tech to ensure on-time deliveries and excellent customer service.

You’'ll interact with customers daily, handle challenges on site, and maintain safety and security of the vehicle and parcels. A valid UK licence and physical fitness are required.

Qualifications

• UK driving licence held 12+ months.
• Physically able to lift up to 30 kg.
• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused.
• Comfortable using handheld devices and navigating local roads.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle prep and loading for the day’s route.
• Plan and optimise parcel loading for route efficiency.
• Deliver parcels to customers and provide friendly service.
• Resolve on-the-go delivery issues using local knowledge and tech.
• Ensure safe handling and security of parcels during transit.

Skills

UK Driving Licence

Physically fit

Customer service

Navigation

Handheld device

Job description

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.

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.
• Ready to ditch the desk and get moving? Join DPD, the company leading the charge to become the UK's most sustainable delivery partner. We aren't just moving parcels; we're leveraging cutting-edge green tech and eco-friendly logistics to change the game.
• Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.

• Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.
• Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life's big moments + Holiday Trading.
• Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary)., 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.