Job Description Purpose of Position The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is a 13 - month programme where apprentices will learn all aspects of professional driving as well as gaining their Category C1 (7.5t) Licence This is with a view to moving to a full time 7.5t Driver position within DPD upon completion of the Apprenticeship. Responsibilities include non-driving duties such as office work, drivers mate and warehousing during training. Apprentices will also undertake a range of masterclasses which are designed to provide a broad range of knowledge about the job, alongside building their skills and behaviours. Apprentie will obtain CPC licences as part of the Urban Driver Apprentice programme and is a legal requirement to drive LGV vehicles. The Urban Driver Apprenticeship is designed to give apprentices the opportunity to explore and develop skills for further career progression within DPD. Key Tasks/Areas of responsibility To carry out all tasks required as part of the Apprenticeship programme To load and unload vehicles in line with procedures. To plan and assess routes in line with daily needs. To complete all checks in a timely and accurate manner, in line with procedures. To ensure the vehicle is in full working order, and to report any faults in line with procedure. To carry out all vehicle checks. To monitor and prevent damage to vehicles and inform a supervisor where damage is identified. To ensure that all CPC, driving licence and driver’s hours legislation is adhered to. To collect parcels from customers and company sites in a timely and accurate manner, allowing for changes to schedule. To comply with the accident and breakdown procedures if appropriate. To implement the Health & Safety policy, ensuring and maintaining a safe working environment. Carry out such duties as may reasonably be requested by supervisors or other management. Attend additional training programmes to supplement both your learning and the Linehaul Operation.