Collection and Delivery Driver 3.5 Tonne
17 days ago
Southampton
As a Collection and Delivery Driver for DPD youll be the face of our company and play a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include: • Serving as the first point of contact for our customers providing exceptional service when collecting or delivering parcels, • Starting your shift at the depot where youll be responsible for efficiently loading parcels onto your 3.5 tonne van, • Following a daily delivery schedule and managing your route effectively to ensure timely collections and deliveries, • Safely operating and maintaining the 3.5 tonne van adhering to all traffic laws and company policies, • Accurately scanning and recording parcel information using handheld devices, • Collecting signatures and other necessary proof of delivery from customers, • Promptly reporting any delivery issues vehicle problems or customer concerns to your supervisor, • Maintaining a clean and organised van conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting any maintenance needs, • Adapting to changing weather conditions and adjusting your delivery approach accordingly, • Collaborating with depot staff and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and efficient parcel sorting, • Wearing the provided uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on duty Qualifications : What were looking for: To be considered for the role you must have: Held a full UK driving licence and had regular driving experience for 12 months or more We are also looking for you to demonstrate that you: • Recognise the value of providing great customer service, • Can work to deadlines are flexible and always go above and beyond, • Are friendly approachable positive resourceful and professional, • Are able to multi-task and problem solve, • Have the ability to lift load and carry parcels weighing up to 30kg, • Possess excellent time management and organisational skills, • Have a good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the role, • Can work independently and as part of a team, • Have basic computer skills and the ability to use handheld devices, • Are comfortable working in various weather conditions, • Have a good knowledge of local roads and geography Additional Information : About our benefits: We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary. These include; • Free onsite car parking for all employees, • Unum - essential health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members, • Health Kiosks visiting every location, • Vitality at Work #REF9343A Remote Work : No Employment Type : Contract Key Skills Restaurant Experience,Talent Management,Customer Service,Communication skills,Basic Math,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Delivery Driver Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting,Cash Handling,Writing Skills Experience: years Vacancy: 1