Local 7.5T Driver – Tech-Driven, Customer-Focused

Dpdgroup; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing benefits (Unum Help

Vitality at Work

Milestone days off

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

Holiday trading options

Retail discounts (5% off weekly shop)

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Driver to own a local route, delivering with top service across ~40-50 stops daily and providing safe, efficient, customer-friendly service.

You'll use Saturn handheld devices, handle loading/unloading, and work in a fast-paced, autonomous role with opportunities for growth as part of a sustainability-focused team.

The role emphasizes professional conduct, physical fitness for lifting, and pride in helping customers daily.

Qualifications

• Valid 7.5 Tonne licence (C1) and DQC/CPC accreditation.
• Preferably 6 months recent driving experience with 7.5 Tonne vehicles.
• Professional, approachable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically active and capable of lifting/parcels handling.
• Committed to respectful, high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Own a designated local route with roughly 40–50 stops daily.
• Load, unload and handle parcels using appropriate equipment.
• Deliver safely with professional, friendly customer interaction.
• Utilise Saturn handheld devices to track deliveries and progress.

Skills

7.5 Tonne licence (C1)

DQC/CPC accreditation

6 months driving experience (7.5 Tonne

Professional & approachable

Fitness for lifting

Saturn handheld devices

Tools

Saturn handheld devices

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Driver to own a local route, delivering with top service across ~40-50 stops daily and providing safe, efficient, customer-friendly service.

You'll use Saturn handheld devices, handle loading/unloading, and work in a fast-paced, autonomous role with opportunities for growth as part of a sustainability-focused team.

The role emphasizes professional conduct, physical fitness for lifting, and pride in helping customers daily.