Parcel Delivery Driver – £13.06p/h | Plymouth | Royal Mail
About This Role
Royal Mail is currently looking for a Parcel Delivery Driver to join their team in Plymouth. This is a Part-Time position offering £13.06p/h, ideal for professional drivers who take pride in their work and want to be part of a well-established operation.
As a Parcel Delivery Driver, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring safe and efficient driving duties are carried out to the highest standards. The right candidate will be punctual, professional, and experienced in the relevant vehicle type or driving category.
Whether you are an experienced driver or looking to take the next step in your driving career, this is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable employer in the UK transport and logistics sector.
Job Description
Parcel Delivery Driver Job reference: 337042 Location: Plymouth Delivery Office, PL9 7XX Job type: Permanent contract Hours: 30 hours per week, working five days across Monday - Sunday, working between 14:00 and 20:00 Due to operational demand, you will be required to work Saturday and Sunday, according to a local rota/plan. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! We are reinventing Royal Mail for the future and now is a perfect time to join us on that journey. Each year, we make billions of deliveries possible. Whatever the weather, come rain or shine, we show up. Because for us, it’s personal. And you could be part of it. Part of a team of multi drop drivers, you’ll deliver much more than parcels. Ensuring our customers days are a little bit brighter. However, it’s not just about driving and deliveries. Prepping your van and workload for the day, you will use route-planning technology tools, to ensure each parcel gets to the right place, at the right time. You deliver much more than parcels. You deliver for the people. Interested? Join us and make a difference. A bit about you • Upbeat, self-motivated and thrive whilst working independently • Organised, punctual with great initiative • Committed to the delivery of great customer service • Comfortable interacting with customers, acting as a positive ambassador for Royal mail • Happy to work in the afternoon and early evenings • Enjoy a multi drop driving role, delivering parcels across the week in the assigned area • Possess a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points What we do for you To deliver on our ambition we want the best and that’s why we’re delighted to offer competitive pay and benefits for a permanent role within our sector. For bringing your best and serving our customers with pride, you can expect to receive: • A guaranteed hourly rate of £13.06p/h (paid monthly and adjusted to your working hours). • Paid overtime, with an enhanced rate of x1.25 for any hours worked over 40 hours a week. • 22.5 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted to your working hours if below 40 hours a week). • Full uniform provided • Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates • Lots of opportunity to develop a career, including our trainee manager roles and Apprentice Schemes • Excellent family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave • Your Wellbeing - you and your family have 24/7 free access to services and tools to help support your physical and mental health, including financial and social support and advice • Various discounts including high street vouchers, travel and attraction discounts, and savings on beauty products and gym membership • Free stamps at Christmas Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-40 hours per week are listed as full-time. However, any role under 40 hours per week will be classified as part-time in the employment contract. Time to apply Ready to become a Parcel Delivery Driver and deliver for the people? Hit the apply button now. If your application is successful, the first step will be to invite you to an interview, so please expect an update from one of our recruiters shortly. Please click here, which will take you to the Information Checklist which lists the acceptable documents. In addition, please also view the Health Matrix, as this provides details of health-related elements you may need to consider. Please ensure your contact details are up to date when submitting your application. Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted. For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/
Key Responsibilities
- ✓Complete daily delivery rounds efficiently within scheduled time windows
- ✓Handle parcels and goods with care to prevent damage
- ✓Obtain proof of delivery and manage returns according to procedure
- ✓Maintain a professional manner when dealing with customers
- ✓Use handheld scanners or apps to update delivery status in real time
What's on Offer
- ✓ £13.06p/h pay rate
- ✓Regular, reliable work with a well-established employer
- ✓Supportive management team and clear communication
- ✓Modern, well-maintained vehicle fleet
- ✓Opportunity to build a long-term career in UK transport
About Royal Mail
Royal Mail is a reputable employer operating in the UK transport and logistics sector, based in the Plymouth area. They are committed to providing their drivers with a professional, supportive working environment and the tools to do the job well.
They are currently expanding their team and looking for dedicated, reliable drivers who share their commitment to safety, punctuality, and excellent service.
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