Active Delivery Driver (Postie) - 30hrs/wk, Van & Benefits

Royal Mail

Larkhall

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 26,000

Part time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

22.5 days holiday
Pension
Wellbeing support
Career development

Job summary

Royal Mail is seeking a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) for Larkhall on a fixed-term 6‑month contract. The role is 30 hours/week, 09:30–15:30, 5 days in 7 with Sundays included, delivering letters and parcels in the local area by van and on foot.

You’ll receive full training, a uniform, and the iconic red Royal Mail van. The job is physically demanding but rewarding, outdoors in all weathers, with community-facing duties.

Qualifications

  • Full UK manual driving licence (max 6 penalty points).
  • Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and pass the driving assessment.
  • Physically fit and able to walk long distances.
  • Reliable, self-motivated and resilient in a busy environment.
  • Customer-focused with pride in delivering great service.

Responsibilities

  • Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office.
  • Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area.
  • Build relationships with customers.
  • Work outdoors in all weathers.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence
Physically fit
Customer-focused
Reliable and self-motivated
Strong organisation

Job description

Royal Mail is seeking a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) for Larkhall on a fixed-term 6‑month contract. The role is 30 hours/week, 09:30–15:30, 5 days in 7 with Sundays included, delivering letters and parcels in the local area by van and on foot.

You’ll receive full training, a uniform, and the iconic red Royal Mail van. The job is physically demanding but rewarding, outdoors in all weathers, with community-facing duties.

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