Class 1 Driver

Location
York
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Full-time

About this role

Company Description

LOCATION: DPD York, 

Glaisdale Rd, Northminster Business Park

York, YO26 6QU

Drive the best tech and a modern fleet with the company that aims to be the UK’s greenest delivery team. Looking for a Class 1 role that doesn't eat up your weekends? Join DPD as a Category C+E Driver. We’re a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving. If you’re a pro behind the wheel and want a stable career with real growth potential, let's get started.

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.

The Perks

  • Pay: £16.35 per hour  + enhanced overtime rates.
  • 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: Milestone Days off  to celebrate life's big moments (e.g. Your Birthdays) & Enhanced maternity / paternity pay. Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work. Life assurance and holiday trading options.
  • Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).

Job Description

  • Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week
  • Days of Work: Monday to Friday
  • Shift Pattern: 09:30 - 18:15

Core Responsibilities

This pivotal role is central to our nationwide transport network, focusing on the precise and efficient management of high-volume logistics operations.

  • The Route: Handle multi-drop collections and deliveries across your local area successfully achieving time sensitive deliveries and predetermined collection schedules
  • Service Excellence: Ensure strict adherence to time-critical scheduling requirements while upholding the company's standards for world-class service.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Maintain meticulous and accurate digital journey records, ensuring full compliance with all relevant digital tachograph and transport regulations.
  • Freight Management: Proactively participate in the safe and secure loading and unloading of trailers, ensuring freight integrity and security throughout transit.
  • Brand Representation: Act as a professional ambassador for the DPD brand, exhibiting a flexible, solution-oriented approach and maintaining a positive corporate image in all interactions.

Qualifications

What You Bring

  • The License: Valid UK Driving Licence with CE entitlement.
  • The Experience: At least 6 months recent experience operating LGV C+E vehicles.
  • The Essentials: A current UK CPC Card and a valid Digital Tachograph Card.
  • The Values: You’re reliable, safety-conscious, and align with our DPD DNA: Passion, Respect, and Accountability.
  • The Skills: Great interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, logistics-heavy environment.

Ready to move your career forward? If you’re a professional driver who wants to work for a company that actually delivers on its promises, apply today.

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

 

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  • Job Title: Class 1 C & D Driver
  • Function: Driving
  • Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time
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    Benefits

    • Enhanced overtime rates
    • Milestone days off
    • Enhanced maternity pay
    • Enhanced paternity pay
    • Health and wellbeing services
    • Life assurance
    • Holiday trading options
    • Retail discounts