Royal Mail Delivery Driver - Dartford Delivery Office

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

Job summary

Royal Mail is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as flexible (temporary) postal collections drivers in the local area. You will collect mail and parcels, staying active and representing the service in the community.

Roles involve walking and driving, with shifts offered across day, dawn, early morning, evening, night periods. The pay rates vary by shift, with opportunities for permanent roles in the future.

Qualifications

• Full, manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Be prepared to walk 20,000 steps a day and carry a bag weighing up to 16kg.
• Shifts can vary, so we need team players who can adapt at short notice.

Responsibilities

• As a Collections Driver, you’ll be the friendly face of Royal Mail in your local area, collecting mail and parcels and ensuring timely and secure handling of all items.

Skills

Driving Licence

Physical Fitness

Flexibility

Job description

Join the Royal Mail Team!

Are you ready to make a difference?

Royal Mail is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join us as flexible (temporary) postal collections drivers.

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

• Dynamic Work Environment: No two days are the same.
• Historic Service: 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 driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Physical Fitness: Be prepared to walk 20,000 steps a day and carry a bag weighing up to 16kg.
• Flexibility: Shifts can vary, so we need team players who can adapt at short notice.

Your Role

As a Collections Driver, you’ll be the friendly face of Royal Mail in your local area. You’ll collect mail and parcels from designated locations, ensuring timely and secure handling of all items. Whether on foot or behind the wheel, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the country connected.

Important to Know

While some roles involve driving, this role also requires you to be on foot, collecting letters and parcels directly within the community. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy being outdoors and staying active throughout the day.

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.

(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 - Starts between 04:01 - 05:00 = £17.16 per hour
• Early 0530 - 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.