Company Description
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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 Reading - 2 Imperial Way, Reading
RG2 0SL
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
The role of Class 1 Relief / Tramper driver entails the critical responsibility of executing bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers nationwide. Operating within our modern fleet, the successful candidate will adhere to an agreed shift pattern, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of palette loads to HGV-friendly locations.
Key responsibilities include:
Undertake a minimum of four nights per week away from base, utilising secure company locations for overnight stays in the vehicle.
Operate within a designated region surrounding the base depot, maintaining a thorough knowledge of the area and optimising route efficiency.
Ensure strict adherence to all relevant road safety regulations and company policies.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all collections and deliveries.
Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before and after each journey, reporting any issues promptly.
Demonstrate proficiency in loading and unloading trailers when required, adhering to all safety protocols.
Represent DPD professionally at all times, maintaining a high standard of personal presentation and vehicle cleanliness.
Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
Adapt to changing schedules and priorities as necessitated by business requirements.
Continuously update knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
This role demands a high level of commitment, professionalism, and attention to detail. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in maintaining DPD's reputation for excellence in logistics and customer service.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence
Minimum of 12 months Class 1 experience
Valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card
Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
Demonstrated ability to load and unload trailers as required
Critical Competencies:
Exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to upholding company standards
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
Demonstrated professionalism and resourcefulness in challenging situations
Strong multitasking abilities and adept problem-solving skills
The successful candidate must exhibit a high degree of dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. They will be expected to consistently represent the company's values and maintain the highest standards of professional conduct at all times.
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
#REF7667V
Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application.
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 Reading - 2 Imperial Way, Reading
RG2 0SL
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
The role of Class 1 Relief / Tramper driver entails the critical responsibility of executing bulk collections and deliveries between various DPD sites and customers nationwide. Operating within our modern fleet, the successful candidate will adhere to an agreed shift pattern, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of palette loads to HGV-friendly locations.
Key responsibilities include:
Undertake a minimum of four nights per week away from base, utilising secure company locations for overnight stays in the vehicle.
Operate within a designated region surrounding the base depot, maintaining a thorough knowledge of the area and optimising route efficiency.
Ensure strict adherence to all relevant road safety regulations and company policies.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all collections and deliveries.
Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before and after each journey, reporting any issues promptly.
Demonstrate proficiency in loading and unloading trailers when required, adhering to all safety protocols.
Represent DPD professionally at all times, maintaining a high standard of personal presentation and vehicle cleanliness.
Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
Adapt to changing schedules and priorities as necessitated by business requirements.
Continuously update knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
This role demands a high level of commitment, professionalism, and attention to detail. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in maintaining DPD's reputation for excellence in logistics and customer service.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence
Minimum of 12 months Class 1 experience
Valid UK Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Card
Valid UK Digital Tachograph Card
Demonstrated ability to load and unload trailers as required
Critical Competencies:
Exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to upholding company standards
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
Demonstrated professionalism and resourcefulness in challenging situations
Strong multitasking abilities and adept problem-solving skills
The successful candidate must exhibit a high degree of dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. They will be expected to consistently represent the company's values and maintain the highest standards of professional conduct at all times.
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
#REF7667V
