Parcel Delivery Driver (Temporary)Maidstone Delivery OfficeShift times 13:30- 2000 (Between Monday - Saturday)Basic Hourly 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 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 Experience" Some 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 requirements" A full UK manual driving licence (in your current UK address)" Maximum 6 penalty points" Unfortunately, we are unable to accept IN/DD/DR/CD endorsements
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Pertemps Reading Royal Mail
Posted 24 days ago, valid for 7 days
Maidstone, Kent ME15 8ED, England
£22,000 - £26,400 per annum
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Royal Mail is seeking temporary Parcel Delivery Drivers for their Maidstone Delivery Office, with shifts scheduled from 13:30 to 20:00, Monday to Saturday.
- The basic hourly rate for this position is £13.37, and candidates should ideally have some previous experience in a customer-facing or delivery role, although it is not essential.
- Successful applicants will start their day by sorting mail, collecting their vehicle, and using a handheld device to track deliveries in their local community.
- Candidates must possess a full UK manual driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points and will undergo a full DBS security check before starting work.
- The role requires individuals to be self-motivated, fit for outdoor work, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
