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Company Description Contract Type: Permanent Full Time / 40 Hours Per WeekSalary: £16.05ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rateLocation: DPD Middleton - Unit 2, Satellite Park, Middleton, Oldham, M24 1RUShift Pattern: Various Shift Patterns incl WeekendsHours of Work: 07:45 - 18:30 DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are 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. Job Description As a 7.5 Tonne Collection and Delivery driver for DPD, you'll play a crucial role in our operations and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include: Serving as the first point of contact for our customers, providing exceptional service during parcel collection and deliveryEnsuring timely and accurate collection and delivery of parcels according to scheduled routesAssisting with loading and unloading parcels at the depot and customer locationsManaging a daily schedule of approximately 50-60 stops in your designated areaUtilising provided equipment, such as a sack barrow/hand truck, to safely handle heavier itemsMaintaining accurate records of deliveries, collections, and any issues encountered during your shiftAdhering to all road safety regulations and company policies whilst operating the 7.5 tonne vehicleConducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance issues promptlyUtilising handheld devi