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LGV Driver
Job Title: LGV Driver
Location
DPD Dartford, Unit 21, Fawkes Avenue, Questor Industrial Estate, Dartford, DA1 1JQ
Company Description
Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery leader? At DPD, we’re more than just delivery — we’re about tech-driven logistics and a people-first culture. We’re a part of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions.
Why You’ll Love It Here
Pay & Contract
- Hourly Rate: £17.91 per hour
- Night Rate: +£2.72 ph (18:00–06:00)
- Overtime: Enhanced rates available
- Contract Type: Permanent (40 hours per week)
- Days of Work: Monday to Friday
Shift Pattern
- Monday–Tuesday: 18:45–05:00
- Wednesday–Friday: 16:15–05:00 Occasional variations possible (±1 hour), per operational needs.
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Perks
- Flexible time off for holiday trading, life milestones, and family leave
- Free life assurance
- 24/7 wellbeing support (Unum Help@Hand)
- Health & wellness kiosks
- Modern fleet with fully funded CPC renewals
- Promotion from within for career advancement
Tech & Fleet
- Modern GPS & logistics tools
- Well-maintained vehicles
Job Description
You’ll Be Doing…
As an LGV Driver, you’ll play a crucial role in our national transport operations:
- Execute national collections and deliveries, focusing on LGV-friendly locations. -Manage trailer swaps, loading/unloading, and live logistics to streamline operations.
- Use GPS and digital tachographs for compliance and route efficiency.
- Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers.
- Conduct thorough pre-drive vehicle inspections and prioritise safety in all conditions.
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Qualifications & Requirements
You Bring…
- Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) Licence
- CPC Card & Digital Tachograph Card
- Minimum 12 months of experience driving Class 1 vehicles
- Excellent UK road knowledge and a safety-first mindset
- Resourceful problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Alignment with DPD’s core values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, Accountability
Ready to Hit the Road?
At DPD, we respect your time and reward expertise. As a Disability Confident Employer and member of the Valuable 500, we celebrate diversity.
Apply today and discover why DPD is built for you.
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