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LGV Driver
Company Description LOCATION: Unit 21, Fawkes Avenue, Questor Industrial Estate, Dartford, DA1 1JQ
Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery leader? DPD isn't just about parcels; we’re about tech-driven logistics and a people-first culture. We’re looking for a reliable LGV Driver to join our team, driving a modern fleet and keeping the country moving.
DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.
Why You’ll Love It Here
We prioritise work-life balance and perks. At DPD, you’re more than a driver—you’re part of a vibrant team.
Pay & Contract
- Hourly rate: £17.91ph
- £2.72 premium night rate (18:00–06:00)
- enhanced overtime rates
- Contract: Permanent (40 hours/week)
- Days of Work: Monday–Friday
Shift Pattern
Monday–Friday, 20:15–07:15 (note: changes possible, with max ±1-hour variation).
Perks & Benefits
- Holiday Accrual System: Earn days off year-round.
- Milestone Leave: Extra days for celebrations.
- Enhanced Family Leave: Support for personal and family milestones.
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- Health & Wellbeing:
- Free life assurance
- Health kiosks on-site (by Unum)
- “Unum Help@Hand” for 24/7 support for you and your family
- Modern Fleet: Funded CPC renewals + latest GPS/logistics tools.
- Growth Opportunities: Internal promotions welcome.
- Social recognition via "Dealer of the Month" scheme.
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
As the LGV Driver, you’ll be crucial in bulk cross-site/logistics operations for DPD UK’s countrywide network.
- Core Mission:
- Maintain efficiency in nationwide collections and deliveries (LGV-friendly hubs).
- Logistics:
- Coordinate trailer swaps and oversee loading/unloading during live operations.
- Tech & Compliance:
- Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage routes.
- Ensure 100% operational compliance with regulations.
- Professional Relations:
- Represent DPD professionally with dispatchers and customers nationwide.
- Safety:
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and adopt safe driving principles.
Key Responsibilities
✔ Drive modern tractors/trailers to deliver and collect parcels between DPD terminals. ✔ Complete loading/unloading safely according to company/traffic conditions. ✔ Maximise time efficiency, adapting to dynamic schedules when needed. ✔ Collaborate with the dispatch team to assure timely deliveries. ✔ Uphold DPD’s safety and compliance culture at all times.
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Requirements & Qualifications
What You Bring
- Full UK Class 1 (Category CE) LGV Licence + valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
- At least 12-months’ experience driving Class 1 vehicles.
- Strong geographical awareness (UK road routes).
- A safety-first mindset with adaptable problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and deliver high service standards.
Cultural Fit (DPD Values Aligned)
Passion | Respect | Honesty | Flexibility | Caring | Accountability
Disability Equality ⭐
DPD is a Disability Confident Employer (Valuable 500). Diversity is celebrated—apply as yourself.
For more about DPD’s ethos and inclusive culture, visit: You & DPD
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