HGV Driver — Modern Fleet, National Deliveries, Growth

DPD Group; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Milestone days off

Enhanced family leave package

Free life assurance

Health kiosks

Unum Help@Hand wellbeing support

Fully funded CPC renewals

Job summary

DPD Group is seeking a reliable HGV Driver to join our national transport team in the UK. You will move bulk collections between DPD sites and major customers using a modern fleet, maintaining routes with GPS and tachographs, and ensuring high safety standards.

This role emphasizes professional customer interactions, compliance, and delivering consistent service while supporting nationwide logistics operations. Training and internal promotion are emphasized.

Qualifications

• The License: Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) Licence, CPC Card, and Digital Tachograph Card.
• The Experience: At least 6 months experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• The Skillset: Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and a "safety-first" mindset.
• The Vibe: You’re a resourceful problem-solver who can work under pressure and hit deadlines whilst delivering great service.
• The Values: You align with our DPD DNA: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.

Responsibilities

• The Mission: Execute nationwide collections and deliveries, focusing on HGV-friendly locations.
• Logistics: Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep the network moving.
• Tech & Compliance: Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage your route and remain 100% compliant.
• The Face of DPD: Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers across the country. Professional, resourceful, and reliable.
• Safety First: Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving in all conditions.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of UK roads

Safety-first mindset

Reliability under pressure

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

DPD Group is seeking a reliable HGV Driver to join our national transport team in the UK. You will move bulk collections between DPD sites and major customers using a modern fleet, maintaining routes with GPS and tachographs, and ensuring high safety standards.

This role emphasizes professional customer interactions, compliance, and delivering consistent service while supporting nationwide logistics operations. Training and internal promotion are emphasized.