LGV Driver

Location:

DPD Carlisle, Unit 1, Bacard Way, Kingmoor Park North, Carlisle, CA64FD

• The Pay: £16.35 ph + £2.72 ph night rate premium between 18:00 to 06:00 + enhanced overtime rate
• Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Start Window: 18:00 - 21:00 (Due to the nature of our business these times may change but typically no more than an hour or
  2)
• The Perks: Holiday trading, milestone days off to celebrate life's big moments, and an enhanced family leave package.
• Health & Wealth: Free life assurance, health kiosks, and "Unum Help@Hand" for 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your family
• The Fleet: Drive a modern, well-maintained fleet with fully funded CPC renewals.
• Career Growth: We love to promote from within. Join for the job, stay for the career.
• The Tech: Drive a well-maintained, modern fleet with the latest GPS and logistics tools.

You’ll be a key player in our national transport department, moving bulk collections between DPD sites and major customers.

• The Mission: Execute nationwide collections and deliveries, focusing on LGV-friendly locations.
• Logistics: Manage trailer swaps and oversee live loading/unloading to keep the network moving.
• Tech & Compliance: Use GPS and digital tachographs to manage your route and remain 100% compliant.
• The Face of DPD: Maintain professional relations with dispatchers and customers across the country. Professional, resourceful, and reliable.
• Safety First: Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and prioritise safe driving in all conditions.

• The License: Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) Licence, CPC Card, and Digital Tachograph Card.
• The
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 6 months experience handling Class 1 vehicles.
• The Skillset: Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and a "safety-first" mindset.
• The Vibe: You’re a resourceful problem-solver who can work under pressure and hit deadlines whilst delivering great service.
• The Values: You align with our DPD DNA:
  Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer.