Postperson with Driving

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their delivery team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the community by delivering essential items, from letters to parcels. With competitive pay, a supportive work environment, and numerous career development opportunities, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic setting. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and enjoy a range of benefits including holiday pay, a pension scheme, and family-friendly support. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Paid Overtime

22.5 Days Holiday

Full Uniform

Company Pension Scheme

Career Development Opportunities

Wellbeing Services

Discounts on Vouchers

Free Stamps at Christmas

Qualifications

• Must possess a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Upbeat and self-motivated individual with strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of items to the community, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, walking for long periods.

Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Self-motivation

Driving Skills

Job description

Delivery Postie with Driving

Job reference: 324737

Location: Darlington Delivery Office, DL1 1AA

Job type: Permanent contract

Hours: 30 hours per week, working 5 days across Monday - Sunday, between 08:00 and 17:00

Note: Due to operational demand, you will be required to work two in four Sundays from Darlington Delivery Office.

Introduction

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

Each year, we make billions of deliveries, come rain or shine. We deliver a variety of items, from exam results and tax returns to wedding invites and online purchases. You could be part of this essential service, delivering for your community and making a difference every day.

About You

• Upbeat, independent, and self-motivated
• Organised, punctual, and committed to excellent customer service
• A friendly, people-oriented individual who enjoys engaging with the community
• Comfortable walking for long periods and working outdoors in any weather
• Possesses a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

What We Offer

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

• A guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54 (paid monthly, adjusted to your working hours if part-time)
• Paid overtime at x1.25 for hours exceeding 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 services for physical and mental health support
• Various discounts on high street vouchers, travel, attractions, beauty products, and gym memberships
• Free stamps at Christmas

Application Process

If you're ready to become a Postie and serve your community, hit the apply button now. Successful applicants will be invited for an interview. Please ensure your contact details are current when submitting your application.

For more information, please review the Information Checklist and the Health Matrix.

Royal Mail values 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: Royal Mail Group.