7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver

On-site in Swindon·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 3 Oct)

DPD Group UK

263 open roles

Apply

Overview

Job details

£16.05 an hour
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Full-time
Per the ad.

Requirements

Work on-site in Swindon
No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

The Essentials: A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
Experience: At least 6 months recent experience handling 7.5 Tonne vehicles.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.
Contract Type: Permanent / 40 Hours per week
Days of Work: Monday to Friday
Shift Pattern: 09.00 - 17.45
Stability & Growth: We promote from within. This isn’t just a job; it’s a career path.
Sustainability: Work for a company aiming to be the UK’s greenest delivery partner.
Wellness & Support: Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work for you and your family. Milestone Days off (e.g. Birthdays) Enhanced maternity / paternity pay. Life assurance and holiday trading options.
Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).

The role

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery team? At DPD, we aren’t just moving parcels; we’re leading the charge in green logistics and tech-driven delivery. We’re looking for a reliable, tech-savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. If you want a role with a clear routine, and a company that actually invests in your future, let’s talk.

You’ll be the face of DPD, managing a designated route with roughly 50 stops. You’re not just a driver; you’re a problem-solver and a tech-user. Your role is vital in providing a service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers.

What you'll do

Drive: Safely operate a 7.5 Tonne vehicle across local routes.
Tech: Use our industry-leading handheld Saturn devices to manage deliveries and track progress.
Connect: Be the friendly face our customers see every day.
Move: Load / unload parcels using provided equipment, such as a sack barrow / hand truck, to safely handle heavier items

What You Bring

Vibe: You’re professional, approachable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Fitness: You’re physically active and comfortable with the lifting involved in the job.
Values: You care about doing a good job and treat customers and colleagues with respect.

About DPD Group UK

Website: dpd.co.uk

In their own words

About the company & team

LOCATION: DPD Swindon, Unit 3, Interface Business Park, Binknoll Lane, Royal Wootton Bassett, SN4 8SY

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

Additional information

Ready to start? If you have the drive and the DPD DNA to succeed, we want to hear from you.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD

All open roles at DPD Group UK