Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver

Parcelforce Worldwide; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 25,201 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent company pension

Paid holiday allowance starting at 22.5 days

Medical cover including dental and eye care

Uniform and training

Access to My Bundle+ platform with retail offers

Job summary

Parcelforce Worldwide is seeking individuals for a permanent role in Coventry, UK, where you'll be sorting parcels and ensuring timely deliveries. With a starting salary of £25,201 per year and opportunities for overtime, this role offers a chance to develop within a growing organisation.

The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence, the ability to lift heavy parcels, and a friendly, customer-focused attitude. Additional benefits include a pension, paid holidays, and medical cover.

Qualifications

• Must have a full manual UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30 kg.
• Dependable and customer-focused individual required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Full manual UK driving licence (Cat B)

Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg

Customer focus

Team player

Job description

Job Details

Job Ref: 339664
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 38 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime.
Typical attendance: Wednesday to Saturday, 07:30 – 17:30.
Location: Parcelforce Worldwide Coventry, CV6 4QE

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 (Saturday) & +£6.58 (Sunday) 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
• Access to a personal benefits account on the ‘My Bundle+’ platform with 800+ retail offers and direct‑purchase benefits (Healthcare Cashplan, Dental Cover, Travel Insurance, Additional Life Insurance, Hospital & Death Benefit Plans and Voluntary Critical Illness cover)

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 3.5 t) registered to your current address, with no more than 6 points
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg
• 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 the 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, delivering not just parcels but pride and purpose.

Equality and Diversity

Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, including the Armed Forces community, cadet instructors and spouses/partners. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process and welcome adjustments to support you during the hiring process.