Postperson with Driving

None; Prestonpans; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading postal service as a Delivery Postie in Prestonpans, where you'll play a vital role in your community by delivering mail and parcels. This permanent position offers a competitive hourly rate, benefits, and opportunities for career development. Be part of a team that values independence, customer service, and community spirit, all while enjoying the outdoors.

Benefits

Guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54

Paid overtime at 1.25x for hours over 40

22.5 days holiday

Full uniform provided

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Family-friendly support

Wellbeing services available 24/7

Discounts on high street vouchers

Free stamps at Christmas

Qualifications

• Holds a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Comfortable walking long distances and working outdoors in any weather.

Responsibilities

• Delivering mail and parcels in all weather conditions.
• Working as part of the community and supporting small businesses.

Skills

Customer Service

Independence

Organization

Job description

Delivery Postie with Driving

Job reference: 324115

Location: Prestonpans Delivery Office, EH32 9AA

Job type: Permanent contract

Hours: 30:00 hours per week, working 5 days across Monday - Sunday, with shifts between 09:45 and 15:45 or 13:00 and 19:00

Additional: Due to operational demand, you will be required to work Sundays on a rota basis from 10:00 to 16:00 at Musselburgh Delivery Office, 41 High Street, Musselburgh, EH21 7AA

Join Us!

There has never been a more exciting time to join Royal Mail! We are reinventing our services for the future, and now is the perfect time to become part of our journey.

Every year, we make billions of deliveries in all weather conditions—rain or shine—because for us, it’s personal. We deliver everything from exam results and tax returns to wedding invites and online purchases. Be part of this essential service, delivering for your community and supporting small businesses. It’s a physical role that keeps you fit, and a chance to make a real difference.

About You

• Upbeat, independent, and self-motivated
• Organised, punctual, and committed to excellent customer service
• A friendly, community-oriented people-person
• Comfortable walking long distances and working outdoors in any weather
• Prides in being part of the community
• Holds a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

What We Offer

We value our employees and offer competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Guaranteed hourly rate of £12.54 (paid monthly, adjusted for part-time hours)
• Paid overtime at 1.25x 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
• Career development opportunities, including trainee manager roles and apprenticeships
• Family-friendly support: enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Wellbeing services for you and your family, available 24/7
• Discounts on high street vouchers, travel, attractions, beauty products, and gym memberships
• Free stamps at Christmas

Application Process

Ready to deliver for your community? Click the apply button now. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview. Please ensure your contact details are current when applying.

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 are also proud to be Forces family friendly and support applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

Learn more about us at our website.