Active Parcel & Letter Driver (Part-Time, 25h)

Royal Mail; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

22.5 days holiday

Career development

Excellent pension and wellbeing

Family-friendly policies

MyBundle+ discounts

Discounted products and free stamps

Job summary

Royal Mail is seeking a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) in Sunderland to deliver letters and parcels on a fixed-term basis. The role involves a rotating shift schedule, including Sundays, with the expectation to work 13:30–20:00 on Sundays and 25 hours per week across 5 days in 7.

You will walk and drive as part of your route, stay active outdoors, and represent Royal Mail delivering items of value to the community. Full training and a brand-new van are provided.

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence (max 6 penalty points)
• Able to pass a driving assessment
• Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs/hills and lifting 10kg+ mailbags
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment
• Customer-focused with pride in delivering great service
• Comfortable working outdoors and independently

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

Job description

Royal Mail is seeking a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) in Sunderland to deliver letters and parcels on a fixed-term basis. The role involves a rotating shift schedule, including Sundays, with the expectation to work 13:30–20:00 on Sundays and 25 hours per week across 5 days in 7.

You will walk and drive as part of your route, stay active outdoors, and represent Royal Mail delivering items of value to the community. Full training and a brand-new van are provided.