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Meriden Media
Posted a month ago, valid for 10 days
Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1BN, England
£14.04 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Parcel Force in Shrewsbury is seeking a Seasonal Christmas cover Parcel Delivery Driver for a 45-hour work week, Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00, with some flexibility required.
- The role offers an hourly rate of £14.04 and involves sorting parcels, collecting a vehicle, and delivering to the local community.
- Ideal candidates should be upbeat, self-motivated, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of community.
- Previous experience in a customer-facing or delivery role is preferred but not essential, and candidates must complete a full DBS security check.
- Applicants must hold a full UK manual driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points and should be relatively fit due to the physical demands of the job.
Contract:Seasonal Christmas cover
Hours:45 hours
Shift:Working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 Some Flexibility may be required.
Hourly Rate:£14.04
About the Parcel Delivery Driver role
You'll start your day in the Shrewsbury delivery office, sorting and gathering the parcels needed for your route. You will collect your allocated vehicle and your hand-held computer device (detailing your route and tracking your Parcels) and then deliver the parcels to your local community. Flexibility may be required when needed and overtime may be available within other areas of the business.
About You
The 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.
Parcel workers 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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