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Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Active work environment

Proud to serve

Competitive pay

Job summary

Royal Mail in South Shields is hiring a Delivery Driver to cover routes in your local community. You will drive a Royal Mail van and also walk portions of your route to deliver letters and parcels, while providing friendly, reliable service.

The role requires a full UK manual driving licence with up to 6 points, fitness to walk up to 20,000 steps daily, and the ability to work flexible shifts. Pay ranges by shift from £13.69 to £16.44 per hour, with guaranteed minimum hours during a peak period.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver letters and parcels across your route, driving a Royal Mail van and walking where needed.
• Ensure items reach destinations safely and on time, including election materials when required.
• Provide courteous, reliable service to customers in your community.

Skills

Driving Licence

Physical Fitness

Flexibility

Job description

Royal Mail Delivery Driver - South Shields 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 and 19:59 =

£13.69 per hour

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

£14.61 per hour

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

£14.61 per hour

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

£14.61 per hour

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

£14.38 per hour

Late Shift - Finishes between 21:40 and 01:59 =

£15.14 per hour

Night Shift - Three hours across 23:00 and 05:0​0 =

£16.44 per hour

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

Take the first step toward joining a team that keeps the country moving.