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7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery Driver

Job in Bolton, Greater Manchester, NE66, England, UK
Listing for: DPD UK
Contract position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Delivery, Driver
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16.05 GBP Hourly GBP 16.05 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company Overview

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. We aim to be the UK’s most sustainable delivery team, driving green logistics and tech‑driven delivery.

Perks
  • Pay: £16.05 per hour + enhanced overtime rate
  • Contract Type:
    Permanent / 40 hours per week
  • Days of Work:
    Thursday – Sunday, 09:00 to 19:00
  • Stability & Growth:
    We promote from within.
  • Sustainability:
    Work for a company aiming to be the UK’s greenest delivery partner.
  • Wellness & Support:
    Health & wellbeing services via Unum Help@Hand and Vitality at Work; milestone days off (e.g., birthdays); enhanced maternity/paternity pay; life assurance and holiday trading options.
  • Retail Discounts:
    Save at 100s of retailers, including 5% off your weekly shop.
Location

DPD Bolton – Unit 4 Easter Park, Wingates Industrial Estate, Bolton BL5 3XU

Role

We’re looking for a reliable, tech‑savvy 7.5 Tonne Driver to take ownership of a local route, ensuring every parcel reaches its destination with 10/10 service. Around 30 stops a day will test your problem‑solving and navigation skills, while your friendly presence defines the DPD experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive a 7.5 Tonne vehicle on local routes, maintaining safety and efficiency.
  • Master the Saturn handheld device to track progress and manage deliveries.
  • Represent the DPD brand by greeting customers and delivering parcels.
  • Load and unload parcels using gear such as sack barrows and hand trucks.
Qualifications
  • A valid 7.5 Tonne (C1) licence and DQC/CPC accreditation.
  • Ideally 6 months recent driving experience with 7.5 Tonne vehicles.
  • Professional, approachable, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with lifting duties.
  • Values:
    Care about doing a good job and treating customers and colleagues with respect.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective.

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