HGV Driver: Flexible Hours, Modern Fleet, Growth

DPD Group UK; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Milestone days off

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

DPD Group UK is hiring a reliable HGV Driver in Ipswich to join our modern fleet and deliver for customers nationwide. You will be part of a national transport team, handling bulk collections and deliveries between DPD sites and major customers.

The role requires a UK Class 1 licence with CPC and tachograph, plus a safety-first mindset and knowledge of UK roads. Shift patterns and premium pay reflect the business needs.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (CE) licence with CPC card and tachograph card.
• Min 6 months experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• Excellent knowledge of UK roads and safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute nationwide collections and deliveries focusing on HGV routes.
• Manage trailer swaps and 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 nationwide.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safety in all conditions.

Skills

Geographical knowledge

Safety mindset

Problem-solving

Resourceful under pressure

Tools

GPS devices

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

DPD Group UK is hiring a reliable HGV Driver in Ipswich to join our modern fleet and deliver for customers nationwide. You will be part of a national transport team, handling bulk collections and deliveries between DPD sites and major customers.

The role requires a UK Class 1 licence with CPC and tachograph, plus a safety-first mindset and knowledge of UK roads. Shift patterns and premium pay reflect the business needs.