Apprentice 7.5t Driver

Urban Driver Apprentice – 7.5t Driver Opportunity

DX is a market‑leading provider of parcel freight, secure courier, and logistics services across the UK and Ireland, operating through the divisions DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. We focus on delivering exactly what our customers require and pride ourselves on our dedicated team.

The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is a 15‑month programme that trains apprentices in all aspects of professional driving, culminating in a Category C1 (7.5t) licence and CPC licences required for LGV vehicles. Successful completion leads to a full‑time 7.5t Driver role within DX.

• Represent DX in a professional manner at all times.
• Carry out all tasks required as part of the apprenticeship training.
• Drive vehicles safely and legally, ensuring compliance with all legal and company requirements.
• Perform all daily checks, report defects immediately and complete correct paperwork.
• Scan all products using DX scanning equipment.
• Load deliveries safely before leaving the depot.
• Observe DX procedures and policies at all times.
• Manage routing to meet premium and timed delivery commitments.
• Maintain correct equipment and PPE in good order and use them at all times.
• Report all delivery and on‑road issues to the traffic office immediately.
• Ensure the customer receives deliveries in excellent condition every time.
• Address customer issues politely and effectively.
• Complete collections in line with given instructions and times.

• Applicant must be 18 or older with a minimum of 12 months of UK driving experience.
• Holder of a Category B licence.
• Minimum 12 months UK driving experience.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity support.
• Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Long‑service recognition scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme, including 24/7 virtual GP.
• DX Discounts Portal.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Company healthcare after six months of continuous service, allowing claims for dental and optician fees.

To apply, you will complete checks with our training partner GTG, submit the required information, and complete an English and numeracy assessment. Successful candidates will be called forward for an interview.

We look forward to hearing from you!