LGV Driver - Modern Fleet, Progression & Great Perks

DPD UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,582 - 26,465; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Milestone days off

Enhanced family leave

Free life assurance

Health kiosks

Unum Help@Hand

Fully funded CPC renewals

Career growth – promote from within

Job summary

DPD UK is looking for a reliable LGV Driver to join our team, driving a modern fleet and keeping the country moving. Based in Leeds, you will work in a multidisciplinary logistics environment that values safety and reliability.

The role offers a permanent contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) with pay at £16.35 per hour plus a night-rate premium of £2.72 (18:00–06:00) and enhanced overtime. You’ll perform nationwide collections and deliveries, manage trailer swaps, and stay compliant

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) Licence, CPC Card, and Digital Tachograph Card.
• At least 6 months experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and a safety-first mindset.
• Resourceful problem-solver who can work under pressure and hit deadlines while delivering great service.

Responsibilities

• Execute nationwide collections and deliveries, focusing on LGV-friendly locations.
• Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep the network moving.
• Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage your route and remain 100% compliant.
• Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers across the country.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving in all conditions.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of UK roads

Safety-first mindset

Tools

GPS

Digital Tachograph

Job description

DPD UK is looking for a reliable LGV Driver to join our team, driving a modern fleet and keeping the country moving. Based in Leeds, you will work in a multidisciplinary logistics environment that values safety and reliability.

The role offers a permanent contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) with pay at £16.35 per hour plus a night-rate premium of £2.72 (18:00–06:00) and enhanced overtime. You’ll perform nationwide collections and deliveries, manage trailer swaps, and stay compliant