Postperson with Driving

Royal Mail Group; Alford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Delivery Posties. This role offers a unique opportunity to connect with the community while delivering essential items, from letters to parcels. With a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits, including career development and family-friendly support, this position is perfect for those who enjoy being active and working outdoors. If you're self-motivated and committed to excellent service, this is your chance to make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the great outdoors.

Benefits

22.5 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Free stamps at Christmas

Wellbeing support

Discounts on high street vouchers

Qualifications

• Must be upbeat, independent, and self-motivated.
• Strong sense of community pride and excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mail and parcels to the community, ensuring timely service.
• Maintain a friendly presence and support community engagement.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Physical Fitness

Driving License

Job description

Delivery Postie with Driving

Job reference: 324265

Location: Alford Delivery Office, AB33 8PX

Job type: Permanent contract

Hours: 37:00 hours per week, working 5 days across Monday - Sunday, between 08:02 and 16:00

Note: Due to operational demand, you will be required to work Sundays on a rota basis. Hours will be discussed at interview.

There has never been a more exciting time to join us! We are reinventing Royal Mail for the future, and now is a perfect time to join us on that journey.

Each year, we make billions of deliveries possible, come rain or shine. We deliver everything from exam results and tax returns to wedding invites and online purchases. You could be part of it—delivering for your community, bringing trust to the doorstep. It's a physical job that keeps you fit. Interested? Join us and make a difference in your community.

About you

• Upbeat, independent, and self-motivated
• Organised, punctual, and committed to excellent customer service
• A friendly face and people-person in the community
• Comfortable walking for long periods and working outdoors in any weather
• Strong sense of community pride
• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

What we offer

We offer competitive pay and benefits for a permanent role, including:

• Guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54 (paid monthly, adjusted for part-time hours)
• Paid overtime at x1.25 for hours over 40 per week
• 22.5 days holiday, increasing with service, with options to buy extra leave
• Full uniform
• Company pension scheme
• Career development opportunities, including trainee manager roles and apprenticeships
• Family-friendly support: enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 access to health and financial services
• Discounts on high street vouchers, travel, attractions, beauty products, and gym memberships
• Free stamps at Christmas

Application process

Ready to become a Postie? Click the apply button now. Successful applicants will be invited for an interview. Please ensure your contact details are current.

Visit the provided link for the Information Checklist and the Health Matrix, which details health-related considerations.

Royal Mail values diversity and inclusion and supports adjustments during the application process. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

For more about Royal Mail Group and our values, visit: Royal Mail Group