LGV Driver - Relief​/Tramping

Location and Contract

• Location: DPD Reading – 2 Imperial Way, Reading RG2 0SL
• Contract Type: Permanent 40 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday
• Start Window: 14:00 – 18:00

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e‑commerce solutions, providing a broad range of innovative services to customers worldwide.

• The Cash: £16.35 per hour + £2.72 per hour night premium
• Daily
  
  Allowances:
  
  £28.67 combined for food and subsistence
• Sustainability: Drive for a company aiming to be the UK’s greenest
• Work‑Life Balance: Primarily Monday to Friday (dependent on shift finish times)
• The Extras: Milestone days off (e.g., birthdays, big events), holiday trading
• Health & Wellbeing: Free life assurance, 24/7 digital GP access via Unum Help@Hand, and Vitality health perks
• Retail Discounts: Save at hundreds of retailers (including 5% off your weekly shop)

As a LGV Relief/Tramper Driver at DPD Reading, you will be the backbone of our network, handling bulk collections and pallets across the UK in our state‑of‑the‑art fleet. You’ll enjoy high autonomy, modern rigs, and a solid routine while driving for a tech‑forward brand.

• The Setup: Four nights out per week, sleeping in your cab at secure DPD sites
• The Tech: Top‑tier GPS and logistics technology replaces ancient systems
• The Vibe: High autonomy with route management, professionalism, and efficient operations
• Logistics Legend: Every mile you drive keeps the country moving; you’re essential
• Your Rig: Modern HGV fleet transporting pallet loads across the country

• The Licence: Valid UK Class 1 (Category CE) licence, CPC card, and digital tachograph card
• The
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 12 months of experience handling Class 1 vehicles
• The Skillset: Excellent geographical knowledge of UK roads and a safety‑first mindset
• The Vibe: Resourceful problem‑solver who works under pressure and meets deadlines while delivering great service
• The Values: Alignment with DPD DNA:
  Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability

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