Self Employed Multi-Drop Van Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Delivering parcels and bags in your own van you will be delivering on a self employed courier basis with our support and guidance.
- 06:30 start until tasks complete (approximately 17:00 - 17:30).
- Every Monday to Friday.
- Paid per delivery and collection.
- You will deliver and collect from approximately 90 - 130 destinations per day.
- Route automatically sorted into an economical delivery sequence.
- Uniform to be worn.
- Training in our system and procedures provided.
Delivering parcels in the greater Peterborough area.
You’ll enjoy plenty of variety in an active and customer facing role. You’ll become a member of a supportive team that works together to create an unbeatable service. Specifically this will involve,
- Loading, unloading, and operating your own van.
- Locating and driving to various addresses - Sat Nav provided.
- Delivering parcels on time with the use of our PDA/ barcode scanner.
You will need:
- A valid UK driving licence.
- Your own LWB van.
- Goods In Transit insurance.
- Mobile phone.
- Present yourself in a calm and professional manner to customers and members of the public.
- Have good time management skills and meet delivery deadlines.
Joining the team at DPD Local Peterborough could be the best move you’ll ever make. We are a dynamic and expanding business in the rapidly growing parcel delivery sector. Part of the DPD Group, we combine first class service, amazing people, industry leading technology and a supportive environment to deliver an award winning experience.
If you want to work with a successful and growing company then please submit your CV now using the apply button.
*Please note that this a self-employed position with NO franchise opportunities*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £54,000.00-£58,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Peterborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Delivery driver experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Driving: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Taxi & Car Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Self Employed Multi-Drop Van Driver roles across DPD Local's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Taxi & Car Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £54,000 - £58,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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