Collection and Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne

Collection and Delivery Driver - 3.5 Tonne

Full-Time No working from home possible
DPD UK

Ready to ditch the desk and get moving? Join DPD, the company leading the charge to become the UK’s most sustainable delivery partner. We aren’t just moving parcels; we’re leveraging cutting‑edge green tech and eco‑friendly logistics to change the game.

We are looking for 3.5‑tonne Drivers who will be the face of our brand and provide a first‑class delivery experience.

The Perks

  • Pay Rate: £14.56 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.
  • Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression from the warehouse to management.
  • Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments + Holiday trading.
  • Wellbeing First: Free Unum “Help@Hand” 24/7 health services for you and your family.
  • Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at hundreds of top retailers.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4× salary).

The Role

  • Contract Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week
  • Days of Work: Tuesday to Saturday
  • Hours of Work: 10:00 to 18:30
  • Location: DPD West London – 28 Commercial Way, Park Royal, London, NW10 7XF

Job Description

The Tasks: What Your Day Looks Like

  • Vehicle Prep & Loading: Start your shift by conducting daily vehicle safety checks and organise your morning load for maximum efficiency.
  • Route Mastery: Use our top‑tier handheld technology to navigate and provide predictive windows for customers.
  • Customer Interaction: Deliver smiles and parcels directly to doorsteps, providing a friendly, professional service.
  • Problem Solving on the Go: Navigate tricky locations using local knowledge and tech to ensure successful first‑time delivery.
  • Safe Handling: Safeguard your vehicle and parcels (up to 25 kg) from depot to destination.

Qualifications

Are You a Match?

  • Hold a valid UK driving licence for at least 12 months.
  • Physically fit to handle parcels up to 30 kg.
  • Professional, reliable, and people‑oriented, caring about the service delivered.
  • Comfortable navigating local roads and using handheld devices.

Additional Information

What’s In It For You?

  • Work‑Life Balance: Reliable schedules to help you plan outside of work.
  • Big Perks: Access to our rewards platform with discounts at hundreds of retailers.
  • Wellness First: Access to Vitality at Work, mental health support, and Unum “Help@Hand” 24/7 health services.
  • Celebration Days: Take “Milestone Days” off for life’s big moments, including your Birthday.
  • Growth & Development: Many managers started as drivers; promotion opportunities are available.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective.

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DPD UK

Contact Details:

DPD UK Recruitment Team