LGV Driver

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DPD UK is hiring a reliable LGV Driver for its Dartford site on a 40-hour week, Sunday to Thursday, at £17.91 per hour plus a night premium and enhanced overtime. You’ll move collections between sites, manage trailer swaps, and coordinate loading and unloading with GPS and tachographs to stay compliant. Requirements: UK Class 1 (CE) licence, CPC card, Digital Tachograph Card, and at least 12 months Class 1 experience, plus strong route knowledge and a safety-first mindset. Perks include holiday trading, milestone days off, enhanced family leave, free life assurance, wellbeing support, and a fleet. Tailor your CV to show planning, reliability, and alignment with DPD values and Sunday availability.

Company Description

LOCATION: DPD Dartford - 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 who are 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 get that work-life balance and perks matter. At DPD, you’re more than a driver; you’re an essential part of the team.

• The Pay: £17.91ph + £2.72 ph night rate premium between 18:00 to 06:00 + enhanced overtime rate
• Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work: Sunday to Thursday
• Shift Pattern: Sunday 15:15 to 04:45 / Monday 16:15 to 03:00 / Tuesday to Thursday 16:15 to 02:30
• The Perks: Holiday trading, milestone days off to celebrate life's big moments, and an enhanced family leave package.
• Health & Wealth: Free life assurance, health kiosks, and "Unum Help@Hand" for 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your family
• The Fleet: Drive a modern, well-maintained fleet with fully funded CPC renewals.
• Career Growth: We love to promote from within. Join for the job, stay for the career.
• The Tech: Drive a well-maintained, modern fleet with the latest GPS and logistics tools.

Job Description

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be a key player in our national transport department, moving bulk collections between DPD sites and major customers.

• The Mission: Execute nationwide collections and deliveries, focusing on LGV-friendly locations.
• Logistics: Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep the network moving.
• Tech & Compliance: Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage your route and remain 100% compliant.
• The Face of DPD: Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers across the country. Professional, resourceful, and reliable.
• Safety First: Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving in all conditions.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• The License: Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) Licence, CPC Card, and Digital Tachograph Card.
• The Experience: At least 12 months of experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• The Skillset: Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and a "safety-first" mindset.
• The Vibe: You’re a resourceful problem-solver who can work under pressure and hit deadlines whilst delivering great service 
• The Values: You align with our DPD DNA: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility,  Caring and Accountability.

Ready to hit the road with a better package? If you’re a LGV Driver looking for a company that respects your time and rewards your expertise, 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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