7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver to join their team in Manchester. In this pivotal role, you'll be the face of the company, ensuring exceptional service and timely deliveries. Your responsibilities will include managing a busy schedule, maintaining vehicle safety, and providing outstanding customer service. The company values its employees and offers a range of benefits, including enhanced maternity and paternity packages, health and wellbeing services, and discounted shopping. If you're looking for a rewarding position where you can thrive and make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Holiday Trading

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package

Free Life Assurance

Health Kiosks

Vitality at Work

Free On Site Parking

Discounted Shopping

Milestone Days Off

Free Eye Tests

Qualifications

• Valid 7.5T licence and clean driving record required.
• 1+ year experience with 7.5 tonne vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for customers during deliveries.
• Ensure timely and accurate collection and delivery of parcels.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Physical Fitness

Education

7.5T (C1) Licence

DQC (Driver Qualification Card)

CPC Accreditation

Tools

Handheld Devices

Company Software

Job description

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7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver, Manchester

Client: DPDgroup

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0c938ee90693

Job Views: 3

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

As a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery driver for DPD, you'll play a crucial role in our operations and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include:

• Serving as the first point of contact for our customers, providing exceptional service during parcel collection and delivery
• Ensuring timely and accurate collection and delivery of parcels according to scheduled routes
• Assisting with loading and unloading parcels at the depot and customer locations
• Managing a daily schedule of approximately 50-60 stops in your designated area
• Utilising provided equipment, such as a sack barrow/hand truck, to safely handle heavier items
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries, collections, and any issues encountered during your shift
• Adhering to all road safety regulations and company policies whilst operating the 7.5 tonne vehicle
• Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance issues promptly
• Utilising handheld devices and company software to update delivery statuses and communicate with the depot
• Resolving customer queries and concerns professionally and efficiently
• Adapting to changing weather conditions and adjusting your delivery approach accordingly
• Collaborating with depot staff and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and workload distribution
• Maintaining a clean and presentable appearance, as you represent DPD to our customers

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• A valid 7.5T (C1) licence, DQC (Driver Qualification Card) and CPC accreditation
• A clean driving record with no more than 3 penalty points
• At least 1 year experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles or similar

We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you:

• Recognise the value of providing great customer service
• Can work to deadlines, are flexible and always go above and beyond
• Are friendly, approachable, positive, resourceful and professional
• Are able to multi-task and problem solve
• Have the ability to lift, load and carry heavy items up to 25kg
• Possess excellent time management and organisational skills
• Have a good knowledge of local road networks and traffic patterns
• Can work well under pressure and maintain a calm demeanour in challenging situations
• Are comfortable using handheld devices and basic computer software
• Are physically fit and able to handle the demands of a physically active job
• Have a strong commitment to health and safety practices
• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.

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
• Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Vitality at Work
• Free On Site Parking
• Discounted shopping from thousands of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses