Postal Delivery Driver

Blue Arrow; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Discount platform access

Online learning platform access

Pension scheme

EAP 24/7

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking Postal Delivery Drivers for a key role in Falkirk (FK1). You will deliver letters and parcels, starting at the local delivery office and following routes by van, with some on-foot segments. A handheld device helps track progress while you maintain punctual, friendly service throughout weather conditions.

The position is full-time on a temp contract with potential to go permanent. A UK driving licence with up to six points is required, plus a minimum of six months holding

Qualifications

• A full UK manual driving licence (max 6 penalty points).
• Ability to work independently and outdoors in all weather.
• Strong customer-service mindset and a positive attitude.
• Reliable, self-motivated with a team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Begin at the local delivery office and sort mail for your route.
• Drive a van to deliver letters and parcels to homes and businesses.
• Use a handheld device to track deliveries and keep to schedule.
• Provide excellent service in all weather conditions.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Independence

Weather readiness

Tools

Handheld device

Job description

Blue Arrow are actively seeking Postal Delivery Drivers to join a successful delivery office team in Falkirk (FK1). As a Postal Worker, you will be a vital part of the community, delivering letters and parcels, while being the friendly face that people look forward to seeing.

About the role

Our client is the leading provider of mail and parcel services across the UK. They are committed to delivering exceptional service and standards for the customers to ensure that they receive important correspondence and parcels come rain or shine. You'll drive round your delivery area, completing some part of the route on foot, ensuring that everything reaches it's destination safely.

Key information

• Pay rate: £16.24 p/h
• Hours: Full time - 10:00-17:00 or 13:00-21:00
• Days: 5 days from 7
• Contract: Temp with potential to go Perm

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Access to Wellbeing Platform with discounts across many retail and hospitality companies
• Opportunity to enhance your learning through our online learning platform
• Pension scheme
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing counselling and advice on a wide range of personal and professional issues

Key Responsibilities

• Begin at the local delivery office, sorting mail for your route.
• Hit the road in a van, delivering letters and parcels to homes and businesses.
• Use a handheld device to track deliveries and stay on schedule.
• Provide top-notch service come rain or shine, with a smile.

What You'll Need:

• A full UK manual driving licence (max 6 penalty points).
• License held for minimum of 6 months
• A dependable, self-driven attitude.
• Comfort working solo and outdoors in all weather.
• A team spirit and a love for helping others.
• Basic DBS/PVG Check (Criminal Record Check - No cost, Blue Arrow will cover this)

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people