Postal Worker/Driver

Industrial Temps; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is hiring Postal/Parcel Delivery Drivers in Newry, Northern Ireland. The role involves sorting and delivering posts/parcels, requiring valid driving license and organizational skills. Working outdoors in all weathers is necessary. The position offers £13.37 per hour on a temporary contract for 40 hours a week, Monday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 points required.
• Previous delivery or driving experience preferred but not mandatory.
• A commitment to safe and responsible driving practices.

Responsibilities

• Sort and collect post/parcels in the delivery office.
• Capture customer signatures for deliveries using a hand-held device.
• Walk at least 8 miles per day and carry up to 16kg.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence

Excellent time management

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service abilities

Job description

Industrial Temps are supporting Royal Mail in recruiting multi-drop Postal/Parcel Delivery Drivers. You'll start your day in the local delivery office sorting and collecting post/parcels to be delivered.

Responsibilities

• You'll start your day in the local delivery office sorting and collecting post/parcels to be delivered.
• You'll be given a hand-held device to capture customer signatures for deliveries. The hand-held will also act as your routing system, telling you where to go to next.
• The role will be physically demanding, where you'll be walking at least 8 miles per day. You will also be required to carry a bag that can weigh up to 16kg, delivering letters and parcels, with parcels weighing up to 20kg.
• Driving and on foot delivery will be required, and you will be required to push/pull a trolley during deliveries.

Skills and Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 points.
• Previous delivery or driving experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• A commitment to safe and responsible driving practices.
• Working outdoors in all weathers is required.

Further Information

This Postal Worker position is in Newry, Northern Ireland. For more information or to register your interest, please call our Ballymena office on 028 2542 0140 and ask for Karolina.

The job details are as follows: Salary £13.37 per hour, 2 vacancies, Temporary contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Saturday across 5 days, 08:00 - 15:00.