LGV Driver
LGV Driver
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Job Description
As a Class 1 LGV Driver for our Transport Department youll be responsible for:
- Making bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers nationwide
- Driving a modern and wellmaintained fleet on agreed shift patterns delivering to HGVfriendly locations
- Performing trailer swaps or overseeing live unloading and reloading of your trailer depending on individual customer needs
- Conducting thorough pretrip inspections of your vehicle to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with safety regulations
- Maintaining accurate logs of your journeys including driving hours rest periods and any incidents or delays
- Adhering to all road traffic laws and company policies prioritising safe driving practices at all times
- Communicating effectively with dispatchers customers and colleagues to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries
- Managing your time efficiently to meet delivery schedules while complying with drivers hours regulations
- Handling paperwork accurately including delivery notes customs documents and other relevant forms
- Representing DPD professionally through your conduct and appearance maintaining positive customer relations
- Reporting any vehicle faults accidents or other issues promptly to the appropriate personnel
- Participating in relevant training programmes to enhance your skills and stay updated with industry best practices
Qualifications :
What were looking for:
To be considered for the role you must have:
- A valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence
- Minimum 12 months Class 1 experience
- A valid UK CPC Card
- A valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
- Ability to load / unload trailers where needed
- Clean driving record with no major traffic violations in the past 3 years
- Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and delivery routes
We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you:
- Recognise the value of providing great customer service
- Can work to deadlines are flexible and always go above and beyond
- Are friendly approachable positive resourceful and professional
- Are able to multitask and problem solve
- Have strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure
- Are proficient in using GPS and route planning software
- Have basic mechanical knowledge for minor vehicle troubleshooting
- Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Additional Information :
About our Benefits
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our awardwinning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few;
- Holiday trading
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package
- Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
- Free company uniform
- Full and unique training and induction
- Fully funded CPC renewal
- Health Kiosks visiting every location
- Vitality at Work / Unum Health
- Free On Site Parking
- Discounted shopping from 100s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
- Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
- For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses
Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.
If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers promises then this is the job for you! Apply today
Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
