HGV Driver – Flexible 32h Weekend Routes & Night Premium

DPD UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Milestone days off

Enhanced family leave

Life assurance

Health kiosks

Wellbeing support (Unum Help@Hand)

CPC renewals funded

Career growth

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a reliable HGV Driver to join our national transport team in Leeds. You will operate a modern fleet, perform trailer swaps, and ensure on-time deliveries across major customers while maintaining high safety standards.

You should have a UK Class 1 licence with CPC and tachograph card, plus at least 6 months of Class 1 experience and strong knowledge of UK roads. The role offers permanent hours on a 32-hour pattern with Friday to Monday shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (CE) Licence, CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• At least 6 months of experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• Geographical knowledge of UK roads and a safety-first mindset.
• Resourceful problem-solver who can work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Align with DPD values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.

Responsibilities

• Execute nationwide collections and deliveries, focusing on HGV-friendly locations.
• Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep the network moving.
• Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage routes and stay compliant.
• Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers across the country.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of UK roads

Safety-minded

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

UK Class 1 Licence (CE)

CPC Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Tools

GPS navigation

Digital tachograph device

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a reliable HGV Driver to join our national transport team in Leeds. You will operate a modern fleet, perform trailer swaps, and ensure on-time deliveries across major customers while maintaining high safety standards.

You should have a UK Class 1 licence with CPC and tachograph card, plus at least 6 months of Class 1 experience and strong knowledge of UK roads. The role offers permanent hours on a 32-hour pattern with Friday to Monday shifts.