Parcelforce Seasonal Collection & Delivery Driver (Christmas) - Hatfield

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Holiday-season work with trusted brand

Potential for extra hours

Job summary

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd is recruiting Seasonal Collection & Delivery Drivers for Hatfield, United Kingdom, to support our Christmas delivery network. You will work flexible weekday shifts (Mon-Fri 13:00-21:00), handling parcel collections and deliveries with a focus on customer service during the festive season.

You must hold a full UK manual driving licence with up to 6 penalty points and be comfortable driving a 3.5t van.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence with up to 6 penalty points.
• Experience or confidence driving a 3.5t van.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with holiday cheer.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Positive, reliable, self-motivated, especially during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily vehicle safety and compliance checks.
• Collect and deliver parcels to residential and business addresses.
• Provide friendly and dependable service to customers.
• Sort and organise parcels before delivery.
• Use a handheld PDA to follow routes.
• Safely lift, move and deliver parcels up to 30kg.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

3.5t van experience

Customer service

Lifting up to 30kg

Independent working

Tools

Handheld PDA

Job description

• Contract: Temporary (Christmas Season)
• Working Pattern: various shifts available between Mon - Fri (13:00 - 21:00)
• Pay Rate: £15.06 per hour (paid weekly)

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.
• Utilise 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.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay of £15.06 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.