Postal Delivery Driver

Royal Mail; Armagh; On-site; GBP 25,623 - 31,317; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22.5 days holiday

Career development opportunities

Excellent pension and wellbeing support

Family-friendly policies

Discounted RMG products

Job summary

Royal Mail is looking for a dedicated Postal Delivery Driver in Armagh to join their team. As a Postie, you’ll sort and deliver letters and parcels, providing essential services to your community. This role offers a stable routine along with the joy of working outdoors.

Enjoy 22.5 days of holiday, career development opportunities, and 24/7 wellbeing support. The position demands a full UK driving licence, physical fitness, and a strong focus on customer service. Your contributions will make a difference in people's lives every day.

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Physically fit, able to walk long distances and lift/carry 10kg+ mailbags.
• Strong organization skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office.
• Deliver post by van and on foot in the local area.
• Build relationships with customers.

Skills

Customer-focused

Physically fit

Strong organization

Reliability

Resilience in busy environments

Job description

Location: Armagh Delivery Office, BT61 7AA

Job type: Permanent; contract

Salary: £13.68 per hour (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.

Working hours: 35.00 hours per week – working 5 days in 6 across Monday - Saturday – 08:15/16:20*

Looking for a delivery driver job where you can stay active, connected to your community, and enjoy great benefits? Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) and become the face of our trusted service, delivering letters and parcels in Armagh. You’ll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand.

What You’ll Do

• Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office
• Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area
• Build relationships with customers
• Work outdoors in all weathers

You’ll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter. It's not always easy – but it’s always rewarding.

Why people enjoy this role

• Being active and outdoors
• Working independently
• Meeting customers
• A role that offers routine, structure, and variety

What To Expect

• Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps)
• Driving a Royal Mail van daily
• Working in all weather conditionsDelivering letters and high volumes of parcels
• Busy, time‑pressured days, especially during peak periods

About You

We’ll provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. You’ll need:

• A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address)
• Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment
• Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags
• Reliable and self‑motivated
• Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment
• Customer‑focused, with pride in delivering great service
• Comfortable working outdoors and independently

What’s in it for you

• 22.5 days holiday, rising with service (adjusted to your working hours and contract duration if part time* or fixed term)
• Career development opportunities
• Excellent pension and 24/7 wellbeing support, including online GP access.
• Family‑friendly policies
• MyBundle+ discounts and offers helping you save on everyday items, days out, and more.
• Discounted RMG products and free stamps at Christmas
• As a Postie, you’re expected to securely deliver all items on your route, including handling and delivering election materials and certain items (such as food products or alcohol) in line with Royal Mail business standards.
• Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-37 hours per week are listed as full‑time. However, any role under 37 hours per week will be classified as part‑time in the employment contract.