Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver - Carlisle

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Seasonal role

Job summary

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd is recruiting festive Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Drivers in Carlisle for the holiday season. You will collect and deliver parcels in the local area, handling a 3.5t van with a handheld PDA and assisting customers with a friendly, efficient approach.

Pay is £16.80 per hour, paid weekly, with a guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week from 2 November to 24 December. Flexible hours and potential extra shifts help maximise holiday earnings.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence with up to 6 penalty points.
• Experience or confidence driving a 3.5t van.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with a holiday focus.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Good organisation and ability to work independently.
• Shift pattern includes Mon–Sat, 10:30–18:30.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily vehicle safety and compliance checks.
• Collect and deliver parcels to residential and business addresses.
• Provide professional, friendly service to customers.
• Sort and organise parcels before delivery routes.
• Use handheld PDA to follow planned routes.
• Lift and deliver parcels up to 30kg safely.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

3.5t van experience

Customer service

Organisation / independence

Holiday-season reliability

Job description

Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver - Carlisle

Working Pattern: Monday to Saturday: 10:30 - 18:30

Pay Rate: £16.80 per hour (paid weekly)

Guaranteed Hours: From 2nd November to 24th December - guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week

Join our festive team this Christmas and become a crucial part of our delivery network during the busiest and most joyful time of the year. We are looking for enthusiastic Seasonal Collection & Delivery Drivers to manage parcel collections and deliveries in the local area. This role is ideal for those who enjoy active work, independence, and providing outstanding customer service during the holiday season.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct daily vehicle safety and compliance checks to ensure safe delivery of holiday cheer.
• Collect and deliver parcels, including Christmas gifts and seasonal goods, to residential and business addresses.
• Provide professional, friendly, and dependable service to enhance the festive spirit among customers.
• Sort and organise parcels efficiently before embarking on delivery routes.
• Utilize a handheld PDA device to follow planned routes efficiently during the high-demand season.
• Safely lift, move, and deliver parcels weighing up to 30kg, ensuring all holiday packages are handled with care.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience or confidence in driving a 3.5t van.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with a special touch of holiday cheer.
• Ability to safely lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Strong organisational skills with the capability to work independently.
• Positive, reliable, and self-motivated approach to work, especially under the festive rush.
• Competitive pay of £16.80 per hour.
• Weekly pay to ensure your holidays are financially covered.
• Opportunity to work with a well-known and trusted brand during the festive season.
• Active and varied role with plenty of independence.
• Potential for additional hours to meet the seasonal demand.
• Flexible working opportunities, perfect for those looking to earn extra during the holidays.