Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver (7.5T)

Royal Mail; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading express parcel delivery company in Basingstoke is seeking a delivery driver to organise parcels, check vehicles, and deliver items efficiently. Candidates must hold a full manual UK driving licence and be customer-focused. This permanent role offers a starting salary of £24,268 with various allowances and excellent benefits, providing a stable career opportunity.

Benefits

Weekly driving allowance

Excellent company pension

4.5 weeks holiday allowance

Medical cover

Free uniform

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence registered to your current address, with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg.
• Looking for a stable career in an ambitious and growing company.

Responsibilities

• Organise parcels and plan your route.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks.
• Collect and deliver parcels to households and businesses.

Skills

Full manual UK driving licence (Cat C1 up to 7.5 tonnes)

Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg

Friendly, reliable, and customer-focused

Comfortable working independently

Job description

Job Details

Job ref: 325415

Contract Type: Permanent

Working hours: 38 full‑time hours per week with opportunity for overtime.

Typical attendance: Monday to Friday, 09:40 – 19:20.

Location: Parcelforce Worldwide, Basingstoke – LD Unit B3, Grafton Way, Basingstoke, RG22 6HY.

Starting salary: £24,268 (£12.23 per hour); after 6 months: £26,758 (£13.49 per hour).

Additional allowance: £824 annual allowance (pro rata) and night shift allowance.

What you’ll do

• Organise parcels and plan your route.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks.
• Collect and deliver parcels to households and businesses – from birthday presents to vital business information – providing excellent customer service with every delivery.

What’s in it for you

• Weekly driving allowance (£25.95) and bonus (up to £16).
• £76.27 per week driving allowance for 7.5 tonne vehicles.
• Excellent company pension.
• 4.5 weeks holiday allowance, increasing with service, plus option to buy extra days.
• Medical cover (including eye and dental care).
• Free uniform and exclusive staff discounts.
• Real career development opportunities.

Who we’re looking for

• Full manual UK driving licence (Cat C1 up to 7.5 tonnes) – registered to your current address, with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg.
• Friendly, reliable, and customer‑focused.
• Comfortable working independently and happy to support your team.
• Looking for a stable career in an ambitious and growing company.

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.

Additional Information

Interested? Complete our short online application today.

Trust is the foundation of Parcelforce. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and what a career with us entails, building trust from the start of your journey with us. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide your interview questions in advance so you can have your best examples ready.

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.