Parcelforce Seasonal Collection & Delivery Driver - Newcastle

Angard Staffing; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Seasonal contract

Flexible hours during holidays

Job summary

Parcelforce is recruiting a Seasonal Collection & Delivery Driver for Newcastle to support festive deliveries. You will collect and deliver parcels across local addresses, use a handheld PDA, and handle items up to 30kg while delivering friendly, reliable service.

The role runs Monday to Friday during the peak season with a guaranteed minimum 20 hours per week and a pay rate of £16.80 per hour, paid weekly. Suitable for drivers seeking extra holiday income.

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 holiday cheer.
• Ability to safely lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Strong organisational skills and the capability to work independently.
• Positive, reliable, and self-motivated approach to work, especially under the festive rush.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

UK manual driving licence

3.5t van experience

Customer service

Lift up to 30kg

Independent worker

Self-motivated

Job description

Parcelforce Seasonal Collection & Delivery Driver - Newcastle

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday: 09:45 - 17:45

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.