Apprentice 7.5t Urban Driver

Join to apply for the Apprentice 7.5t Urban Driver role at GTG Training An exciting new Urban Driver Apprentice - 7.5t Driver opportunity at DX About DX DX are a market leading provider of a wide range of delivery services, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services. They provide specialised delivery services to both business and residential addresses across the UK and Ireland. We have three divisions: DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. DX’s approach is straight‑forward and no‑nonsense, aiming to deliver exactly to customers’ requirements. Key to what we do is our people, and we are proud of the dedicated team we have built. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all, irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio‑economic background. Job Description The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is a 12‑month programme where apprentices will learn all aspects of professional driving and gain their Category C1 (7.5t) Licence, with the aim of moving to a full‑time 7.5t Driver position within DX upon completion. Responsibilities include non‑driving duties such as office work, driver’s mate and warehousing during training. Apprentices will also undertake a range of training alongside their daily role, building knowledge, skills and behaviours. Apprentices will obtain CPC licences as part of the programme, which is a legal requirement to drive LGV vehicles. Key Tasks/Areas of Responsibility Represent DX in a professional manner at all times Carry out all tasks required as part of the apprenticeship training Drive vehicles safely and legally, ensuring compliance with all legal and company requirements Perform all daily checks, report defects immediately and complete correct paperwork Scan all products using DX scanning equipment Ensure deliveries are loaded safely before leaving the depot Observe all DX procedures and policies at all times Manage routing to achieve premium and timed deliveries Maintain correct equipment and PPE in good order at all times Report all delivery and on‑road issues to the traffic office immediately Ensure customers receive deliveries in excellent condition each time Deal with customer issues politely and effectively Make collections according to given instructions and times Qualifications/Entry Requirements Apprentices must be 18 or over and have a minimum of 12 months UK driving experience. Category B licence Benefits Competitive Rates of Pay Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service plus bank holidays Long Service Recognition scheme Company Pension Scheme Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP DX Discounts Portal Excellent opportunities for career progression Company Healthcare after 6 months of continuous service (covers dental and optician fees) There are a number of steps to go through to be accepted as an apprentice – if your application is being considered, please be aware that you will have to speak to our partner, GTG, who delivers the training. They will ask you to complete checks, submit information and complete an English and Numeracy assessment. If successful, you will be called forward for an interview. We look forward to hearing from you #J-18808-Ljbffr