Postperson with Driving

Royal Mail Group; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Delivery Postie, where you will play a vital role in your community by delivering mail and packages. This permanent role offers a guaranteed hourly rate and various benefits, including opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment. If you're self-motivated and enjoy outdoor work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54

Paid overtime at x1.25

22.5 days holiday, increasing with service

Full uniform provided

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly benefits

Wellbeing support

Various discounts

Free stamps at Christmas

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mail and packages to the local community.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Customer Service

Organization

Independence

Community Pride

Job description

Delivery Postie with Driving

Job reference: 323493

Location: Dalkeith Delivery Office, EH22 1AA

Job type: Permanent contract

Hours: 30:00 hours per week, working 5 days across Monday - Sunday, between 09:44 and 15:44

Additional Requirements: Due to operational demand, you will be required to work Sundays on a rota basis from 10:00 to 16:00 at Dalkeith Delivery Office, 10A Eskbank Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1AA

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. Whatever the weather, rain or shine, we show up because for us, it's personal. We deliver everything from exam results and tax returns to wedding invites and online purchases. You could be part of it—delivering for your local community, because you care about the people. It’s a physical job that keeps you fit. Interested? Join us and make a difference to the place you call home.

About You

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

What We Offer

• 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 provided
• Company pension scheme with competitive contributions
• Opportunities for career development, including trainee manager roles and apprenticeships
• Family-friendly benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 access to health and social services
• Various discounts on high street vouchers, travel, attractions, beauty, and gym memberships
• Free stamps at Christmas

Application Process

Ready to become a Postie and serve your community? Apply now. Successful applicants will be invited for an interview. Please ensure your contact details are up to date.

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Royal Mail is committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting 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 our website.