Postal Delivery Driver (Postie)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday (approx.)

Excellent pension

Wellbeing support

Family-friendly policies

MyBundle+ discounts

Discounts & free stamps

Job summary

Royal Mail in Bridgend is hiring a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) on a fixed-term six-month contract. You will sort and deliver letters and parcels, work on rotating shifts between 09:00 and 20:00, and represent a trusted community service.

You'll need a full manual UK driving licence, stamina to walk long distances, and the ability to work outdoors in all weathers. Full training and a uniform are provided, with overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence (category B) required.
• Able to walk long distances and work outdoors in all weather.
• Customer-focused with pride in delivering great service.
• Reliable and self-motivated with good organisation.
• Willingness to work on rotating shifts, including weekends.
• Full training and uniform provided, with overtime options.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Manual UK driving licence (B)

Physical stamina

Customer-focused

Reliable & self-motivated

Outdoor work

Time management

Job description

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Location: Bridgend Delivery Office, CF31 1ZZ

Job type: Fixed Termcontract, 6 months

Salary: £13.68 per hour* (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.Working hours: 30:00hours per week – working 6 days out of 7 days, across Monday to Sunday, 4 weeks on rota, 5th week off – supporting two separate shifts between 09:00/20:00*

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 Bridgend.

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.

You’ll be required to work 2/5 Sundays at Bridgend Delivery Office.

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

This role is physically demanding and fast-paced:

• Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps)
• Working in all weather conditions
• Delivering 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?

Benefits may vary depending on your contract length and start date, with some subject to qualifying periods.

• 22.5 days holiday, rising with service (adjusted to your working hours and contract duration if part time
• or fixed term)
• 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

*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.

**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.