LGV Driver - Tramping

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

12/18/2024

Company Description

• Contract: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week
• Hourly Rate: £15.28 + £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 Manchester - Bessemer Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5BF
• Days of Work: Monday to 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 over £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 Tramper driver, you will be responsible for executing bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers throughout the United Kingdom. Your primary duty will be to operate modern fleet vehicles on an agreed shift pattern, delivering palette loads to HGV-friendly locations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake long-distance driving assignments, requiring a minimum of four nights per week away from base.
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism while representing DPD during all customer interactions.
• Adhere strictly to all road safety regulations and company policies, ensuring compliance with driving hours and rest periods.
• Efficiently manage route planning and navigation to optimise delivery schedules and fuel consumption.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure roadworthiness and safety.
• Accurately complete all required documentation, including delivery receipts and vehicle logs.
• Promptly report any incidents, accidents, or vehicle malfunctions to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the vehicle's cab and cargo area.
• Utilise secure company locations for overnight stays, ensuring the safety of both driver and cargo.
• Demonstrate adaptability in managing varying workloads and potential schedule changes.
• Uphold DPD's core values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.
  
  

This role demands a high level of commitment, self-reliance, and professionalism. Successful candidates will be expected to consistently deliver excellent service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence: Candidates must possess a current and valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence, demonstrating their legal ability to operate large goods vehicles.
• Extensive Class 1 Experience: A minimum of 12 months' verifiable experience as a Class 1 driver is mandatory, ensuring a thorough understanding of long-distance haulage operations.
• Valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card: Applicants must hold a valid UK CPC Card, confirming their commitment to ongoing professional development in the transport sector.
• Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card: Possession of a current UK Digital Tachograph Card is essential, indicating compliance with driving hours regulations and digital recording requirements.
  
  

Professional Attributes:

The ideal candidate will exemplify DPD's core values, demonstrating:

• Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for the logistics industry and commitment to excellence in service delivery.
• Respect: The ability to interact professionally with colleagues, clients, and the public at all times.
• Honesty: Unwavering integrity in all aspects of work, including accurate reporting and transparent communication.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing schedules and operational demands inherent in long-distance haulage.
• Diligence: A strong work ethic and dedication to completing tasks efficiently and to the highest standard.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for one's actions and decisions, contributing to a culture of trust and reliability.
  
  

Candidates who meet these stringent criteria and embody these professional attributes will be considered for this pivotal role within our organisation.

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
• 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
• Free company uniform
• Full training and induction
• Fully funded CPC renewal
• Modern and well maintained fleet
  
  

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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