Collection and Delivery Driver, Plymouth, PL6 7BQ

Royal Mail Group Plc; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Holiday allowance

Medical cover

Uniform and training

My Bundle+ benefits

Job summary

Parcelforce Worldwide is seeking a reliable driver to join our parcel delivery team in Plymouth. This permanent role involves 8 hours per week with opportunities for overtime, sorting parcels, planning routes, and delivering to homes and businesses.

You must hold a full UK manual driving licence (Cat B up to 3.5t), be able to lift up to 30kg, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. Weekend premiums apply, and a competitive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence (Cat B up to 3.5t) registered to your current address with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Strong customer focus and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Sort parcels and plan efficient delivery routes.
• Carry out essential vehicle safety checks.
• Collect and deliver parcels to homes and businesses.
• Provide a friendly, dependable service to customers.

Skills

UK driving licence

Lift 30kg

Customer-focused

Reliable

Team player

Job description

Parcelforce Worldwide Job Opportunity

Job Details

Job Ref: 344654

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 8 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime.

Typical attendance: Saturday 07:30 - 15:30 (8 hours)

Location: Parcelforce Worldwide, Roborough, Plymouth, PL6 7BQ

Why This Role Pays Off

• Starting salary: £25,201 per year (£12.71 per hour)
• After 6 months: £27,561 per year (£13.94 per hour)
• Opportunity to earn up to £30,000 per year, (based on a 38 hour week & overtime)
• Saturday & Sunday Weekend Premium +£4.39 (Saturdays) & +£6.58 (Sundays) applied to contracted hours
• Paid weekday and weekend overtime
• Monthly Non Pensionable Addition to Pay (£903.84 per year)
• Weekly Driving Allowance (£26.73 weekly)

Benefits

• Excellent company pension
• Paid holiday allowance starting at 22.5 days per year, rising with service
• Medical cover (including eye and dental care)
• Uniform and training
• Additional Benefits - You will have access to your personal benefits account on our 'My Bundle+' platform. There are more than 800 retail offers to help you save on things like groceries, days out, holidays and your household bills as well as employer provided and voluntary benefits to suit your lifestyle. You'll have access to a range of direct purchase benefits, including a Healthcare Cashplan, Dental Cover, Travel Insurance, Additional Life Insurance, Hospital & Death Benefit Plans and Voluntary Critical Illness cover.

Be Part Of Something Bigger

At Parcelforce Worldwide, every parcel matters - and so do the people who deliver them. Join a team that's proud of what it does, supports each other, and keeps customers smiling every day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Sorting parcels and planning efficient delivery routes
• Carrying out essential vehicle safety checks
• Collecting and delivering parcels to homes and businesses
• Providing a friendly, dependable service - whether it's a birthday gift or important business mail

What We're Looking For

• A full manual UK driving licence (Cat B up to 3.5t) registered to your current address, with no more than 6 points
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30kg
• Someone who's friendly, dependable, and customer focused
• Comfortable working independently but also a great team player
• Looking for a stable, long-term role in a growing organisation

About Us

Parcelforce Worldwide is one of the UK's leading express parcel delivery companies. As part of Royal Mail Group, we operate from 54 depots with over 5,500 dedicated team members. We combine smart tech with great people to deliver a smooth, efficient service. Join the team that delivers more than parcels - we deliver pride, purpose, and great service.

Inclusion

Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.