Post Room Operative

The Recruitment Co.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a diligent Post Room Operative to join their team on a temporary basis. This role involves managing the daily operations of the post room, ensuring efficient handling of incoming and outgoing mail and documents. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills, as they will be responsible for sorting mail, maintaining physical files, and digitising documents. With a commitment to high standards of work, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of the office environment. If you're proactive and detail-oriented, this could be the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Subsidised bus service

On-site canteen

Free tea and coffee facilities

Holiday entitlement

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the post room efficiently.
• Open, sort, and vet incoming mail for distribution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Job description

Post Room Operative
Location: Bristol, BS13
Contract Type: Temporary
Pay Rate: £12.50 per hour, paid weekly - every Friday
Working Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Start Date: 6th May 2025

Job Overview: We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Post Room Operative to join our team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the post room, ensuring efficient handling of all incoming and outgoing mail and documents.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Opening and Retracting Mail: Efficiently open and sort incoming mail, ensuring it is directed to the appropriate departments.
2. Vetting Mail: Carefully inspect and vet mail for any discrepancies or issues before distribution.
3. Manual Filing: Organising and maintain physical files in an orderly manner.
4. Scanning and Uploading Documents: Digitise documents by scanning and uploading them to the relevant systems.
5. Shredding Services: Perform shredding of confidential documents in compliance with data protection regulations.

Requirements:

1. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
2. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
3. Basic computer skills for scanning and uploading documents.
4. Ability to work in a semi-physical role; handling manual filing and shredding tasks.
5. Successful candidates must be able to pass a DBS and Credit Check for this role due to on-site security requirements.

Hours of Work:

1. Working Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week.
2. Preferred shift pattern between 7:30am - 3:30pm (subject to breaks), but the client allows some flexibility for a 7am or 8am start if required.

Additional Benefits and Facilities:

1. Free on-site parking.
2. Subsidised bus service - specific route.
3. On-site canteen.
4. Free tea and coffee facilities.
5. Holiday entitlement.
6. Weekly pay - every Friday.

If you are a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work, we encourage you to apply for this role.