Courier (B Licence)

FedEx; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking couriers who will be the face of the business, ensuring timely delivery of parcels. The role involves multi-drop deliveries, maintaining vehicle security, and providing excellent customer service in a diverse and inclusive environment. Employees enjoy benefits like holiday leave, tuition assistance, and life assurance policies.

Benefits

22 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked up to 27 days)

Free Uniform and PPE

Life assurance policy pays out 4 x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Tuition assistance for external training

Reduced rate shipping for international packages

Group scheme savings on many items

Great career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with multi-drop deliveries.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.
• Great attitude and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of parcels and freight.
• Ensure security of vehicle and freight.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Independence

Great attitude

Understanding of driving rules

Job description

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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

Salary: £14.07 per hour. Premium 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
• Complete procedural checks on your vehicle
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations

What are we looking for?

• Experience with multi-drop deliveries
• Someone with great customer service skills
• 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)
• Free Uniform and PPE
• Life assurance policy which pays out 4 x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support, information, and advice for your wellbeing
• 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 the workplace. It’s 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, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, providing growth opportunities for all.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day, FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Our outstanding team of FedEx team members makes this global network possible, ensuring every FedEx experience is exceptional.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit (P-S-P) philosophy governs every FedEx decision, policy, and activity. We care for our people; they, in turn, deliver impeccable service to our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. Profits are reinvested back into the business and our people. Our success is rooted in our people, and our P-S-P philosophy fosters an environment encouraging innovation and high-quality service, while caring for their well-being and valuing their contributions.

Our Culture

Our culture is vital to our success and growth, brought to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities worldwide. Since the early 1970s, our culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success. While other companies may copy our systems and infrastructure, our unique culture differentiates us in today’s global marketplace.