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Postal Delivery Driver

Pertemps Basingstoke
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 4UY

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Royal Mail is seeking Postal Delivery Drivers for their Basingstoke Delivery Office with ongoing contracts.
  • Shifts are available from 9am to 3pm or 2pm to 8pm, Monday to Saturday, with an hourly rate of £13.37.
  • Candidates should be upbeat, self-motivated, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Some previous experience in a customer-facing or delivery role is preferred but not essential, and a full UK manual driving licence is required.
  • Applicants must also pass a full DBS security check and be relatively fit due to the physical demands of the job.

Postal Delivery DriverLocation: Basingstoke Delivery OfficeContract: OngoingHours: 9am - 3pm or 2pm - 8pmShift: Monday - Saturday (One day off on Sundays and one during the week)Hourly Rate: £13.37PH Mon - SatThe 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 vary between 4 - 8 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 call and ask for Amy or email

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