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Postperson with Driving
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Postperson with Driving
Delivery Postie with Driving
Job reference: 337282
Location: Workington Delivery Office, CA14 2AA
Job type: Permanent contract
Hours:
- 30:00 hours per week
- Working 5 days across Monday – Sunday
- Working between 08:30 and 14:30 and 12:00–18:00
- Due to operational demand, Sundays worked on a rota basis
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Join Us! There has never been a more exciting time to join Royal Mail! We are reinventing ourselves for the future.
Every year, we make hundreds of millions of deliveries—whatever the weather, come rain or shine. Royal Mail isn’t just about delivering packages; it’s about delivering for the people—from school exam results to family invitations to essential local business orders. As a Postie, you’ll be the trusted friend at Britain’s front doors, keeping the UK connected.
It’s hard work, but physically rewarding—walking keeps you fit, while bringing joy to your community keeps your heart full. Ready to make a difference?
About the Role
A Delivery Postie with Driving is responsible for:
- Delivering mail and parcels securely along designated routes in the community
- Handling sensitive items, including election materials and specific high-value products (food or alcohol) in compliance with Royal Mail’s standards
- Working independently in various weather conditions to ensure timely and reliable deliveries
- Demonstrating professionalism and courtesy to customers and team members
- Using driving as part of route operations where required
Responsibilities
As a Delivery Postie with Driving, you’ll:
- Complete fixed postal delivery objectives efficiently and safely
- Be available to work Sundays through a rota system to meet demand
- Operate a delivery vehicle when assigned to route duties
- Ensure no customer complaints by delivering exceptional, reliable service
- Assist with maintaining cleanliness and safety on your delivery route, including lifting up to 23 kg (this task is reduced to 11 kg if hub stacking support is available)
- Handle and deliver special items including election materials and sensitive products
- Stay up-to-date with Royal Mail requirements, legislation, compliance needs, and business standards
- Maintain high awareness of your surroundings while cycling/walking and driving
- Contribute to fixed objectives within a point-to-point or zone route
- Support team culture with team-building activities and social interaction
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Requirements
Someone happy in this role is likely to be:
- Upbeat, independent, and self-motivated
- Organised, punctual and ready to deliver excellent customer service
- People-focused – someone who enjoys connecting with others
- Happy to work outside in any weather for long periods
- Able to lift up to 23 kg (standard duty), or 11 kg if hub stacking support is provided
- Holding a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
Benefits
By joining us, you’ll receive attractive benefits and:
Pay and Overtime
- Guaranteed rate of £13.06 per hour (paid monthly and adjusted to working hours)
- Enhanced overtime rate of 1.25 times regular pay for any hours over 40 a week
Time Off & Benefits
- 22.5 days of holiday, rising with length of service
- (Note: This will be adjusted to your actual working hours if you work less than 40 hours a week)
- Uniform provided for the duration of employment (costs covered)
Future Growth
- Pension scheme with competitive contributions
- Development opportunities, including trainee manager schemes and apprenticeship opportunities
Family Life
- Maternity/adoption/paternity as well as shared parental leave
- Enhanced family pay and support for long-term fairness in roles
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Wellbeing Support
- 24/7 family and employee support, physical and mental health advice
- Personal finance help and mental well-being tools
Perks
- Savings and discounts, covering: - High street voucher discounts - Travel and attraction savings - Beauty and gym membership deals
- Christmas stamps at no extra cost
Note Regarding Employment Hours: For candidate recruitment purposes, roles with 35–40 hours/week are classified as full-time, but any role under 40 hours will be classified as part-time in the employment contract.
Diversity & Inclusion
Royal Mail is a proud supporter of inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds. In our dedication to stepping up inclusion: - Our Gold Armed Forces Covenant means we especially encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community (including cadet instructors, spouses, and partners) - Our recruitment process is tailored to be inclusive – please don’t hesitate to discuss with a recruiter any adjustments you may need for a fair hiring experience.
For Royal Mail values and commitment to diversity, visit About Us.
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