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Postal Delivery Driver

Pertemps Scotland

Posted 8 days ago, valid for 14 days

Galashiels, Scottish Borders TD1 2HQ, Scotland

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

The Postal Delivery Worker position is available in Galashiels for a contract length of 5 days over 6, working from 12pm to 8pm, starting as soon as possible.
The pay rate is £13.37 per hour, with increased rates for shifts past 8pm and for Sunday work.
Candidates should ideally have previous delivery or driving experience, although it is not mandatory.
A valid UK driving license with a maximum of 6 points is required, along with excellent customer service and communication skills.
The role involves physically demanding tasks, including walking at least 8 miles daily and carrying heavy bags, and may require weekend working and overtime.

Job Title: Postal Delivery WorkerLocation: GalashielsContract Length: 5 Days over 6 (Mon - Sat)Working Hours: 12pm - 8pmStart Date: ASAPPay Rate: £13.37 standard rate- The pay rate will increase for any shifts past 8pm and for working SundaysWeekend working may be required and overtime may be available.If successful, you must be able to pass a disclosure check.Pertemps are delighted to be supporting Royal Mail in recruiting multi-drop Postal/Parcel Delivery Drivers in Galashiels.If you have excellent customer service skills and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing industry, this position is perfect for you.Key Responsibilities:

You'll start your day in the local delivery office sorting and collecting post/parcels to be delivered.
You'll be given a hand-held device to capture customer signatures for deliveries. The hand-held will also act as your routing system, telling you where to go to next.
The role will be physically demanding, where you'll be walking at least 8 miles per day. You will also be required to carry a bag that can weigh up to 16kg, delivering letters and parcels, with parcels weighing up to 20kg.
Driving and on foot delivery will be required, and you will be required to push/pull a trolley during deliveries.

Key Skills:

Valid UK driving license with a maximum of 6 points. (a clean license is preferred)
Previous delivery or driving experience preferred but not mandatory.
Excellent time management and organisational skills.
Strong communication and customer service abilities.
A commitment to safe and responsible driving practices.
Working outdoors in all weathers is required

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