Collection and Network Driver

TN United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Collections and Network Drivers. This role is not just about driving; it involves engaging with the community, collecting mail, and ensuring that deliveries are made on time. With a focus on outstanding service, you'll play a vital role in brightening customers' days. Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development. If you have a passion for service and community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid overtime at 1.25x

22.5 days holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Full uniform provided

Various discounts on vouchers and memberships

Qualifications

• Upbeat and independent personality with a strong sense of community.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Delivering mail and parcels while ensuring timely processing.
• Checking post-boxes and meeting business customers.

Skills

People-oriented

Self-motivated

Comfortable walking for long periods

Flexible shift patterns

Full UK manual driving licence

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Collection and Network Driver
Job Reference: 324568
Location: Lincoln Delivery Office, LN5 7NU
Job type: Permanent contract
Hours: 20 hours per week, working 5 days across Mon-Fri, working between 1500 - 1900; Sat 1000 - 1400

There is currently no Sunday working required; however, during peak times, this may be necessary.

There has never been a more exciting time to join us! We are reinventing Royal Mail for the future, and now is the perfect time to join us on that journey.

Each year, we make billions of deliveries possible because, for us, it’s personal. We deliver to everyone, from all walks of life. You could be part of that as a Collections and Network Driver. Join a team of drivers bringing trust to the doorstep, providing outstanding service, and brightening our customers' days.

It’s not just about driving and deliveries. It involves checking post-boxes, visiting post offices, meeting our business customers at scheduled times, collecting mail, and delivering it to processing centres. You will sort mailbags and ensure each piece reaches the right destination on time. You deliver more than letters and parcels—you deliver for the people. Interested? Join us and make a difference in your community.

A bit about you

• Upbeat, independent, and self-motivated
• People-oriented
• Comfortable walking for long periods and working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong sense of community and pride in your work
• Seeking flexible shift patterns
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

What we do for you

We offer competitive pay and benefits for a permanent role, including:

• A guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54 (paid monthly and adjusted for part-time hours)
• Paid overtime at 1.25x for hours over 40 per week
• 22.5 days holiday, increasing with service, with options to buy extra leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities for career development
• Full uniform provided for contracts longer than three months
• Excellent parental leave policy
• Various discounts on high street vouchers, travel, attractions, beauty products, and gym memberships

Time to apply

Ready to serve your community? Click the apply button now. Successful applicants will be invited to a telephone screening, followed by an interview at the Delivery Office.

Expect an update from our recruiters soon after applying.

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Royal Mail values diversity and supports a positive work environment. We are committed to inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners. We support adjustments during the application process. Please share your needs in your application.

For more about Royal Mail Group and our values, visit: Royal Mail Group