Courier (7.5 tonne)

FedEx Group; Poole, Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Courier and become the face of the business, delivering parcels on time to customers. In this role, you will enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion while ensuring you have the tools and training to succeed. With a generous holiday allowance, retirement plan, and various perks, this position offers great career opportunities in a company that puts people first. If you have a valid Class 2 licence and a passion for customer service, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

22 Days Holiday (+1 for each year worked)

FedEx Retirement Plan

Free Uniform and PPE

Fully Funded DCPC Renewal

Free Parking

Life Assurance Policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospital Cash Plan Scheme

Tuition Assistance for External Training

Reduced Rate Shipping for International Packages

Qualifications

• Must hold a full valid Class 2 licence along with Driver CPC and Tacho Driver Card.
• Excellent customer service skills and a flexible attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of parcels and freight to customers.
• Ensure security of the vehicle and freight while in your care.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Driving Rules and Regulations

Independent Work

Education

Full Valid Class 2 Licence

Driver CPC

Tacho Driver Card

Job description

We are looking for a Courier to join our team at Poole. Whether you are fresh from the test centre or have experience, we want to speak to you!

Your role
We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

As a FedEx courier, you are the face of the business, delivering parcels on time to our customers.

Working hours: 45 per week

Shift: Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 17:30
Salary: £14.36 per hour. Premia paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm, and 10pm - 6am.

What will you be doing?
• Collection and delivery of parcels and freight to our customers
• Security of the vehicle and freight while in your vehicle
• Multi-drop deliveries
• Complete procedural checks on your vehicle
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations

What are we looking for?
• A full valid Class 2 licence along with Driver CPC and Tacho Driver Card
• Someone with excellent customer service skills
• A great attitude with the ability to work independently and flexibly
• Good understanding of driving rules and regulations

What you’ll get!
• 22 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked between Jan-Dec, up to 27 days)
• FedEx Retirement Plan
• Free Uniform and PPE
• Fully funded DCPC renewal
• Free parking
• Life assurance policy which pays out 4 x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support, information, and advice for wellbeing
• Hospital cash plan scheme
• Tuition assistance for external training
• Reduced rate shipping for international packages
• Group scheme savings on many items
• Great career opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion is more than just the workplace. It’s about the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happen because we do it together. FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, which we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, providing growth opportunities for all.