This is a business or self-employment opportunity, not a salaried job. Earnings are not guaranteed — please research fully before committing any money.
Join Our Delivery Team – Self-Employed Role with SM Logistics Services
We’re currently recruiting self-employed delivery drivers to work with us in partnership with DPD, collecting parcels from our DPD Depot at Sittingbourne and delivering across the local area.
What You Need to Know
This is a self-employed position — you’ll need to register with HMRC and complete your own tax return annually.
Holiday pay and sick pay are not included, so we recommend setting up a personal savings plan to cover these.
Training and uniform are provided, and you’re welcome to attend an unpaid experience day to get a feel for the role before applying.
Pay Structure
£1.30 per successful stop
Example: 20 stops per hour = approx. £25/per hour
Weekly earnings depend on how many parcels you choose to deliver — e.g., 30 stops/day earns less than 80–100 stops/day.
Flexible Hours
Parcels typically arrive at the Sittingbourne Depot of DPD around 10am.
You choose your working hours — whether full rounds or shorter shifts (e.g., 10am–2pm for school runs).
Please note: shorter shifts mean fewer stops, which affects your earnings.
Local knowledge helps — choosing areas you know well can save time and improve efficiency.
Requirements
Smartphone (for access to DPD Saturn app)
Right to work in the UK
Basic DBS check (required)
Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
DPD provides hire and reward insurance at £3/day, deducted from your weekly pay.