Collection And Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne

Dpd Group Uk; Norwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at retailers

Vitality at Work

Unum Health services

Milestone Days off

Growth & Development

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

DPD Group UK is seeking a proactive Driver to join our team in Norwich. You’ll be the essential link between us and our customers, delivering parcels with professionalism and a friendly manner across a local area.

You’ll conduct vehicle safety checks, load parcels, navigate using handheld devices, and handle deliveries with care, aiming for first-time-right outcomes while maintaining safety and reliability throughout your shift.

Qualifications

• You’ve held a valid UK Driving Licence for at least 12 months.
• You’re physically capable of handling parcels up to 30 kg.
• You're a people person, professional and reliable, and value good service.
• You're comfortable navigating local roads and using handheld devices.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle prep and loading, ensuring safe daily checks and efficient loading for the route.
• Route mastery using handheld tech to navigate and manage customer delivery windows.
• Deliver parcels with a friendly, professional service at doorsteps.
• Solve delivery issues on the go, including safe placement and access challenges.
• Safely handle parcels and maintain security of vehicle and goods.

Skills

People skills

Reliability

Handheld device navigation

Education

Valid UK Driving Licence (12 months+)

Job description

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. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link -You & DPD