Royal Mail
Postal Delivery Driver - Sutton in Ashfield (NG17 1AA)
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Postal Delivery Driver - Sutton in Ashfield (NG17 1AA)
Royal Mail – Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) Fixed Term Contract (9 months) | Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 1AA
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Sutton in Ashfield Delivery Office, NG17 1AA
- Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (9 months)
- Working Hours: 30 hours per week (5 days across Monday–Sunday), shift pattern including weekends
- Shift Timings: 08:30 or 14:30
Role Summary
Become the face of Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) in Sutton in Ashfield. Your daily tasks will include:
- No CV needed – apply in minutes with an online test followed by an interview
- Active role with community connections and industry-leading benefits
- Proudly deliver mail, parcels, and meaningful items (e.g., exam results, greetings cards) across 12+ miles daily
- Rotating roster with weekend shifts (Sundays at the delivery office mandatory)
Key Responsibilities
- Sort and dispatch letters and parcels efficiently at the delivery office
- Drive a Royal Mail van and deliver on foot in your local delivery area
- Build rapport with customers while upholding Royal Mail’s trusted service standards
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions—prepared for physical demands
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About You
Royal Mail provides comprehensive training, uniforms, and a red Royal Mail van. To qualify, you must:
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence (≤6 penalty points) also* registered to your current name and address*
- Agree to daily van driving and pass a Royal Mail driving assessment
- Be physically fit and comfortable with:
- Long-distance walking, climbing stairs/hills
- Handling deliveries of 10kg+ mailbags
- Demonstrate relability, self-motivation, and strong time management
- Deliver high-quality customer service with a customer-focused mindset
- Work effectively independently and outdoors in varied conditions
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What’s in it for You?
Competitive benefits are dependent on contract length, including: 📅 22.5 days holiday per year (adjusts to 33 days with service) 📈 Career growth opportunities available internally 💡 24/7 wellness support (including online doctor access) 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly policies and family leave entitlements 💸 MyBundle+ member discounts on essentials and leisure 🏷 Exclusive benefits such as Christmas stamps for free and RMG product discounts (in line with business standards)
Note about working hours* Roles with >35–37 hours are listed as full-time, but under 35 hours is part-time contractually.
Important: As a Postie, you’ll secure the delivery of route materials, including election documents and perishable items (adhering to Royal Mail’s business and health safety policies).
Ready to Apply? No formal CV required—complete an online test then interview. Help deliver what matters—apply today! #RoyalMailCommunity
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