Postperson with Driving - Fixed Term Contract
Redhill, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 1,368 – GBP 1,368 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- hace 1 día
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must have a full manual UK driving licence registered to their current name and address with a maximum of six penalty points, be physically fit for the role, and able to pass a driving assessment. Reliability, self-motivation, and a customer-focused attitude are required. Suitable for ca…
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Job description
Role Overview
Join the Redhill Delivery Office team as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This position offers a chance to engage actively with your community by delivering letters and parcels in the Redhill area. The role operates on a rotating shift schedule, including weekends, covering 37 hours per week with shifts running from 11:00 to 19:00 across 5 days within a 7-day cycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Sort letters and packages at the delivery office
- Deliver mail and parcels both by van and on foot within your designated local area
- Establish friendly relationships with customers during deliveries
- Work outdoors regardless of weather conditions
- Ensure secure and timely delivery of all items including election materials, food products, and alcohol as per company standards
Working Conditions and Expectations
- Physical demands include walking up to 12 miles daily and carrying mailbags weighing 10kg or more
- Drive a Royal Mail van daily, requiring a valid full manual UK driving license
- Work is time-sensitive and fast-paced, especially during busy seasons
Candidate Profile
- Must possess a full manual UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points, registered in current name and address
- Ability and willingness to pass a driving assessment and operate a Red Royal Mail van
- Physically fit for long-distance walking and carrying heavy mailbags
- Self-motivated, reliable, and customer-oriented with strong organizational skills and resilience
- Comfortable working outdoors independently with pride in providing excellent service
Benefits
- Starting pay of £13.68 per hour, paid monthly, with offers of paid overtime
- 22.5 days holiday increasing with service length, adjusted for working hours
- Opportunities for career development
- Comprehensive pension plan and round-the-clock wellbeing support, including online GP access
- Family-friendly policies
- Discounts and savings on everyday purchases and leisure activities through employee offers
- Seasonal perks including discounted company products and free postage during Christmas
Additional Information
No CV application required; the selection process involves an online test followed by an interview with the hiring manager. Roles between 35-37 hours weekly are considered full-time; any role under 37 hours is classified as part-time in the contract. Expect to work on a 5-day rota covering Monday to Sunday.