Job description Company Description • Contract Type: Permanent / 40 Hours Per Week • Salary: £15.07ph plus overtime paid at enhanced rates • Location: Logix Road, R D Park Hinckley, LE10 3BQ • Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday • Hours of Work: 08:30 start time 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 As a Collections and Delivery Driver for DPD, you will serve as the primary point of contact for our customers. Your role is important in upholding our reputation for excellence and reliability. Providing outstanding service during both collection and delivery processes, is equally as vital as adhering to strict time schedules. Key responsibilities include: • Commence your shift at the depot, assisting with the loading of parcels. • Execute a daily delivery and collection schedule, typically encompassing 40-60 stops within the designated area. • Utilise the provided sack barrow/hand truck for the transportation of heavier items, ensuring proper handling and safety protocols are followed. • Maintain a high standard of professionalism and courtesy when interacting with customers. • Adhere strictly to all road safety regulations and company policies. • Efficiently manage your time to ensure all collections and deliveries are completed within the specified timeframes. • Accurately document all transactions and maintain thorough records of your daily activities. • Report any issues or discrepancies promptly to the relevant supervisors. • Continuously strive to improve service quality and operational efficiency. Qualifications What we’re looking for: To be considered for the role you must have: • A valid 7.5T (C1) licence, DQC (Driver Qualification Card) and CPC accreditation We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you: • Recognise the value of providing great customer service • Can work to deadlines, are flexible and always go above and beyond • Are friendly, approachable, positive, resourceful and professional • Are able to multi-task and problem solve • Ability to lift, load and carry 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 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