LGV Driver - Relief​/Tramping

Days of Work: Monday to Friday (dependent on shift finish times) with a start window of 14:00-18:00.

Contract Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week.

Location: DPD Sheffield – Unit 11, Cowley Way, Sheffield, S35 1QP
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• 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.
• Health & Wellbeing: Free life assurance, 24/7 digital GP access via Unum, and Vitality health perks.
• Retail Discounts: Save at 100s of retailers (including 5% off weekly shop).
• Work‑Life Balance: Primarily Monday to Friday.
• The Extras: Milestone Days Off (for birthdays or big events) and holiday trading.

The role of LGV Relief/Tramper Driver involves handling bulk collections across the UK, driving modern HGVs and pallets, and maintaining high levels of service while operating independently.

• The Setup: 4 nights out per week, sleeping in the cab at secure DPD sites.
• The Tech: Top‑tier GPS and logistics technology.
• The Vibe: High autonomy; you manage your route and stay professional.
• Logistics Impact: Every mile you drive keeps the country moving.

• 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 can work under pressure and deliver great service.
• The Values: Align 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.