Relief LGV Class 1 Driver - Tramping

DPD
GB - Royal Wootton Bassett
January 29, 2025

*Relief LGV Class 1 Driver - Tramping
• Looking for a driving role with stability, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to be part of one of the UK's market leading parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions companies?
• With £15.28 per hour + £2.52 night rate (18:00 to 06:00), a £19.86 daily subsistence allowance, and a £8.81 daily food allowance, this Class 1 Relief/Tramper Driver role offers a competitive package, modern fleet vehicles, and routes designed to suit professional drivers.
• Before applying, please ensure:
• You hold a valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence with at least 12 months' experience. Applications without this cannot be considered.
• You are comfortable with tramping, which requires being away from home for a minimum of 4 nights per week, sleeping in your vehicle at one of our secure locations.
• Job details
• Hourly Rate:
• £15.28.ph + £2.52ph night rate (18:00-06:00)
• Allowances:
• £19.86 subsistence + £8.81 food per day
• Contract:
• Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)
• Location:
• DPD Swindon, Unit 3 , Interface Business Park, Bincknoll Lane, Royal Wootton Bassett, SN4 8SY
• Shifts:
• Monday to Friday, start window 12:00-21:00
• What you'll do as a Class 1 LGV / HGV Relief Driver
• Execute bulk collections and deliveries between DPD sites and customer locations nationwide.
• Drive modern fleet LGV / HGV vehicles on agreed shift patterns, delivering pallet loads to HGV-friendly destinations.
• Spend a minimum of 4 nights per week sleeping in your vehicle at secure DPD locations.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Load and unload trailers, adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Represent DPD professionally, ensuring excellent customer service and maintaining high personal presentation standards.
• Here's why drivers choose DPD:
• Exceptional Benefits:
• Holiday trading, milestone days off, and free life assurance of 4x salary (with pension scheme).
• Comprehensive Training:
• Full induction, fully funded CPC renewal, and ongoing training to enhance your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support:
• Access to health kiosks, Vitality at Work, and free eye tests for regular screen users.
• Employee Discounts:
• Save up to 5% on supermarket shopping and enjoy discounts at hundreds of retailers.
• Career Growth:
• Join a company that recognises and develops talent, with a strong focus on promoting from within.
• What we're looking for
• A valid UK Class 1 Driving Licence with at least 12 months' driving experience _(essential)._
• A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and a UK Digital Tachograph Card.
• Proven experience in loading/unloading trailers.
• Commitment to safety regulations and continuous professional development.
• You'll thrive if you:
• Enjoy meeting deadlines and adapting to changing circumstances.
• Value delivering excellent customer service with professionalism.
• About DPD
• 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. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.If you're ready to drive your career forward with a role that offers competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and stability, we'd love to hear from you!
• When you click apply
• , your application will be reviewed by a member of our Resourcing team. If you meet the minimum criteria outlined above, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to £17.80 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekSchedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shiftExperience:
• commercial driving: 1 year (required)Licence/Certification:
• Class 1 license (required)Work Location: Hybrid remote in Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire

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