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Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Parcelforce is seeking Seasonal Collection & Delivery Drivers in the Newcastle area to manage parcel collections and deliveries during the festive period. Various shifts available between Monday and Saturday, 08:00–18:00, with a pay rate of £15.06 per hour, paid weekly.

Join a busy delivery network and provide friendly, reliable service while safely lifting parcels up to 30 kg. You will use a handheld PDA to follow planned routes and may receive additional hours to meet seasonal demand.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience or confidence in driving a 3.5t van.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with a special touch of holiday cheer.
• Ability to safely lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Strong organisational skills with the capability to work independently.
• Positive, reliable, and self-motivated approach to work, especially under the festive rush.
• Competitive pay of £15.06 per hour.
• Weekly pay to ensure your holidays are financially covered.
• Opportunity to work with a well-known and trusted brand during the festive season.
• Active and varied role with plenty of independence.
• Potential for additional hours to meet the seasonal demand.
• Flexible working opportunities, perfect for those looking to earn extra during the holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily vehicle safety and compliance checks to ensure safe delivery of holiday cheer.
• Collect and deliver parcels, including Christmas gifts and seasonal goods, to residential and business addresses.
• Provide professional, friendly, and dependable service to enhance the festive spirit among customers.
• Sort and organise parcels efficiently before embarking on delivery routes.
• Utilise a handheld PDA device to follow planned routes efficiently during the high-demand season.
• Safely lift, move, and deliver parcels weighing up to 30kg, ensuring all holiday packages are handled with care.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

3.5t van driving

Customer service

Lift up to 30kg

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Parcelforce Collections and Delivery Driver - Newcastle

Working Pattern: various shifts available between Monday - Saturday 08:00 - 18:00

Pay Rate: £15.06 per hour (paid weekly)

Join our festive team this Christmas and become a crucial part of our delivery network during the busiest and most joyful time of the year. We are looking for enthusiastic Seasonal Collection & Delivery Drivers to manage parcel collections and deliveries in the local area. This role is ideal for those who enjoy active work, independence, and providing outstanding customer service during the holiday season.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct daily vehicle safety and compliance checks to ensure safe delivery of holiday cheer.
• Collect and deliver parcels, including Christmas gifts and seasonal goods, to residential and business addresses.
• Provide professional, friendly, and dependable service to enhance the festive spirit among customers.
• Sort and organise parcels efficiently before embarking on delivery routes.
• Utilise a handheld PDA device to follow planned routes efficiently during the high-demand season.
• Safely lift, move, and deliver parcels weighing up to 30kg, ensuring all holiday packages are handled with care.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience or confidence in driving a 3.5t van.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with a special touch of holiday cheer.
• Ability to safely lift and carry parcels up to 30kg.
• Strong organisational skills with the capability to work independently.
• Positive, reliable, and self-motivated approach to work, especially under the festive rush.
• Competitive pay of £15.06 per hour.
• Weekly pay to ensure your holidays are financially covered.
• Opportunity to work with a well-known and trusted brand during the festive season.
• Active and varied role with plenty of independence.
• Potential for additional hours to meet the seasonal demand.
• Flexible working opportunities, perfect for those looking to earn extra during the holidays.