7.5 Tonne Collections and Delivery Driver

LOCATION: DPD Bournemouth - Ferndown Industrial Estate, Ferndown BH21 7BU

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery team? At DPD, we aren’t just moving parcels; we’re leading the charge in green logistics and tech-driven delivery. We’re looking for a reliable, tech-savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. If you want a role with a clear routine, and a company that actually invests in your future, let’s talk.

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 Role

You’ll be the face of DPD, managing a designated route with roughly 50-60 stops. You’re not just a driver; you’re a problem-solver and a tech-user. Your role is vital in providing a service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers.

What You Bring

Ready to start? If you have the drive and the DPD DNA to succeed, we want to hear from you.

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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Responsibilities

Drive: Safely operate a 7.5 Tonne vehicle across local routes.; Tech: Use our industry-leading handheld Saturn devices to manage deliveries and track progress.; Connect: Be the friendly face our customers see every day.; Move: Load / unload parcels using provided equipment, such as a sack barrow / hand truck, to safely handle heavier items

Requirements

The Essentials: A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.; Experience: Ideally 6 months experience handling 7.5 tonne vehicles; Vibe: You’re professional, approachable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.; Fitness: You’re physically active and comfortable with the lifting involved in the job.; Values: You care about doing a good job and treat customers and colleagues with respect.

Benefits

Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced overtime rates.; Work Schedule: 40 Hours Per Week - Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:45 - Keep your weekends for yourself!; 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 (e.g. Birthdays ) / Enhanced maternity / paternity pay / Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work / 4 x Life assurance and Holiday Trading options.; Retail Discounts : Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop).