Company Description
Contract: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week
Hourly Rate: £15.28ph + £2.52ph additional night rate between 18:00 to 06:00 + £19.86 subsistence allowance per day + £8.81 food allowance per day.
Location: DPD Gatwick - Unit 2-4, Vector Point,
Crawley, RH10 9AU
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Start Window: 12:00 - 21:00
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. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.
Job Description
As a Class 1 Relief / Tramper driver, you will be responsible for making bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers nationwide. You will operate modern fleet vehicles on an agreed shift pattern, delivering palette loads to HGV-friendly locations.
Key responsibilities include:
Execute long-distance driving assignments, covering a minimum of four nights per week.
Adhere strictly to all road safety regulations and maintain compliance with UK driving laws.
Efficiently manage and operate modern fleet vehicles, ensuring their optimal performance and maintenance.
Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and safety.
Accurately complete and maintain all required documentation, including delivery receipts and logbooks.
Utilise digital tachograph equipment correctly and in accordance with regulations.
Perform loading and unloading of trailers as required, adhering to proper handling procedures.
Maintain a high standard of professionalism when interacting with customers and representing DPD.
Promptly report any incidents, accidents, or vehicle issues to the appropriate personnel.
Consistently meet delivery deadlines while prioritising safety and compliance.
Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing route assignments and schedules.
Utilise secure overnight parking facilities provided by the company.
Maintain clear communication with dispatch and other relevant departments.
Uphold the highest standards of customer service in all interactions.
Actively participate in any required training or professional development programmes.
This role demands a high level of responsibility, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and customer service. Successful candidates must be prepared for the physical and mental demands of long-distance driving and extended periods away from home.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence
Minimum of 12 months Class 1 driving experience
Valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card
Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
Demonstrated ability to load and unload trailers as required
Critical Attributes:
Unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and adapt to changing circumstances
Exemplary professional conduct and demeanour at all times
Demonstrated capacity for effective multitasking and problem-solving in high-pressure situations
The nature of this role demands a high level of responsibility, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols. Successful candidates must possess the physical and mental fortitude required for long-distance driving and extended periods away from home.
Additional Information
About our Benefits
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s 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
Free On Site Parking
Discounted shopping from 100’s 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
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