Postal Delivery Driver (Postie)

About the Role

Based in Hockley at the SS5 4AA Delivery Office, this full-time position is a 12-month fixed term contract with Royal Mail, offering a wage of £13.68 per hour paid monthly, plus opportunities for paid overtime. Working hours amount to 37 hours per week, spread over 5 days in a 7-day cycle between Monday and Sunday, during either 07:00 to 14:00 or 12:00 to 19:00 shifts. The schedule rotates and includes weekend work, with some Sunday shifts at the Southend Delivery Office on a rotating basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Sort letters and parcels at the designated delivery office.
• Deliver mail and parcels on foot and by van within the local community.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with customers.
• Work outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
• Handle delivery of various items including letters, parcels, election materials, food products, and alcohol following Royal Mail standards.

Working Conditions and Expectations

• Physically demanding role involving walking up to 12 miles daily (equivalent to over 20,000 steps).
• Regular use of a Royal Mail van for deliveries.
• Operate in all types of weather throughout the year.
• Work in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment, especially during busy periods.

Candidate Profile

• Must hold a full manual UK driving licence, with no more than 6 penalty points, registered to current name and address.
• Capability and willingness to pass a driving assessment and drive a Royal Mail van daily.
• Physically fit to walk long distances, climb stairs or hills and manage mailbags weighing 10kg or more.
• Dependable, self-driven, and able to organize work effectively under pressure.
• Customer-oriented with pride in delivering excellent service.
• Comfortable working independently and outdoors.

Benefits and Additional Information

• 22.5 days of holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service, adjusted pro-rata for part-time or fixed term contracts.
• Opportunities for career progression within Royal Mail.
• Access to a pension scheme and 24/7 wellbeing support including online GP consultations.
• Family-friendly workplace policies.
• Discounts and deals via MyBundle+ for savings on daily essentials and leisure activities.
• Discounts on Royal Mail Group products and free postage stamps during Christmas.
• Employment contract hours may vary between 35-37 per week but any activity under 37 hours is contracted as part-time.
• Application process includes an online test and interview with the hiring manager; no CV submission is necessary.