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Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Active Work Environment

Proud to serve the community

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Royal Mail is recruiting a Delivery Driver in Newbury to join the Angard staffing team. You will be the face of Royal Mail in your community, delivering letters and parcels across your route, with a mix of driving and walking segments.

Roles involve walking substantial distances, driving a delivery van, and handling items securely. Shifts vary; you must stay flexible and pass a driving assessment on start. Temporary with potential for permanency.

Qualifications

• Full, manual UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Be prepared to walk 20,000 steps a day and carry a mailbag up to 16kg.
• Shifts can vary and require adapting at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver letters and parcels around your route and community.
• Drive the Royal Mail van and complete sections on foot as required.
• Ensure items reach destinations safely and securely in all weather.

Skills

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Flexibility

Job description

Royal Mail Delivery Driver - Newbury Delivery Office

Royal Mail is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join us as flexible

If you have a passion for community service and love being on the move, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Whether you're seeking a new challenge or looking to work in a dynamic and meaningful environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Active Work Environment: No two days are the same.


• A job you can be proud of: Be part of a service that connects people and businesses every day.


• Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive rates and the flexibility to fit work around your lifestyle.

What We're Looking For

Driving Licence: Full, manual UK driving licence with no more than 6 points � you'll be driving a Royal Mail van as part of your round.

Physical Fitness: Be prepared to walk 20,000 steps a day, get in and out of your van regularly, and carry a mailbag weighing up to 16kg.

Flexibility: Shifts can vary, so we need team players who can adapt at short notice.

Your Role

As a Post Person with Driving, you'll be the face of Royal Mail in your community, ensuring letters and parcels are delivered come rain or shine. You'll drive round your delivery area, completing parts of your route on foot, providing exceptional service and ensuring every item reaches its destination safely.

You're expected to securely deliver all items on your route, including handling and delivering election materials and certain items (such as food products or alcohol) in line with Royal Mail business standards.

This role is more than just a job; it's a vital service at the heart of every neighbourhood. If you take pride in your work and are happy to work flexibly, we want to hear from you.

Important to Know

While large parts of the role involves walking, driving a Royal Mail delivery van is also a key requirement. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy being outdoors and staying active throughout the day. Please note: you'll be required to pass a driving assessment when you start.

Pay & Shifts

The table below outlines the pay rates applicable for roles within our Delivery Offices. The rates displayed are payable for the entirety of your shift where the shift description criteria is met.

Rates could be subject to change during busy periods, Angard staffing will communicate any change to your pay rates in advance.

Guaranteed Hours: From 2nd November to 24th December - guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week

(Full rate card with all shift breakdowns will be received on application)

Shift - Shift Description = Pay Rate

Day Shift - Starts and finishes between 05:31 - 19:59 =

£16.24 per hour

Dawn Shift - Starts between 02:01 - 04:00 =

£17.16 per hour

Early 0500 Shift - Starts between 04:01 - 05:00 =

£17.16 per hour

Early 0530 Shift - Starts between 05:01 - 05:30 =

£17.16 per hour

Evening Shift - Finishes between 20:00 - 21:39 =

£16.93 per hour

Lates Shift - Finishes between 21:40 - 01:59 =

£17.70 per hour

Night Shift - Three hours worked across 23:00 - 05:00 =

£19.00 per hour

While this is a temporary role, there may be potential for it to become permanent.