Parcel Delivery DriverLocation: Basingstoke Delivery OfficeContract: 6-month Ongoing ContractHours: 35 hours per weekShift: 5 shifts a week between Monday - Sunday 8am to 3pmHourly Rate: £13.37phThe Royal Mail is a much-loved brand, providing postal delivery services to 64 million people all around the UK. Due to an increase in demand, Pertemps are working in partnership with the Royal Mail to source professional Delivery Drivers to support with their busy operation. This is your opportunity to have a real impact, in the heart of your community!About the Parcel Delivery Driver roleYou'll start your day in the local delivery office, sorting and gathering the mail needed for your route. You will collect your allocated vehicle and your hand-held computer device (detailing your route and tracking your mail) and then deliver the mail and parcels to your local community. Shift lengths are 7 hours per day.About YouThe ideal candidate for this role will be upbeat, self-motivated, and happy to work alone as well as part of a team. You will be helpful and approachable displaying a strong sense of community, as you get to know the people you meet on your round.Royal Mail deliver parcels whatever the weather, so you will enjoy working outdoors and due to the amount of walking required you will need to be relatively fit and healthy.You will be smartly presented, always acting in a professional and courteous manner.Previous ExperienceSome previous experience in a customer facing or delivery role would be ideal but not essential.You will be required to complete a full DBS security check prior to commencing work.Driving licence requirementsA full UK manual driving licence (in your current UK address)Maximum 6 penalty pointsUnfortunately, we are unable to accept IN/DD/DR/CD endorsementsFor further information or to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Parcel Delivery Driver, please Contact Paul at Basingstoke Pertemps office
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Pertemps Basingstoke
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Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 4UY
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Royal Mail is seeking Parcel Delivery Drivers for a 6-month ongoing contract in Basingstoke, with an hourly rate of £13.37 for 35 hours of work per week.
- Candidates should be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of community.
- While previous experience in a customer-facing or delivery role is preferred, it is not essential.
- Applicants must hold a full UK manual driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points and will need to pass a full DBS security check.
- This role offers the chance to make a positive impact in the community while working outdoors and staying active.
