Postal Delivery Driver (Postie)

Overview

Join the Burnley Delivery Office team as a Postal Delivery Driver, working on a fixed-term contract with a rewarding hourly wage and paid overtime opportunities. This role involves delivering letters, parcels, and important items throughout the local community, serving as a vital link in people's daily lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Sorting letters and parcels at the delivery office efficiently
• Delivering mail by van and on foot across assigned local routes
• Establishing and maintaining positive customer relationships
• Working outdoors regardless of weather conditions

Work Environment and Schedule

The position requires working 35 hours weekly over several days on a rotating shift that includes weekends, with shifts typically running from 07:45 to 18:00. Delivery routes and schedules may vary depending on demand. Sunday work at the Burnley Delivery Office is expected.

Role Demands

• Physically active role; walking up to 12 miles and over 20,000 steps daily
• Daily driving of a Royal Mail van across delivery routes
• Handling large volumes of parcels and letters under time pressure, especially during busy periods

Candidate Profile

• Holds a full manual UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points, registered in current name and address
• Capable of passing a driving assessment and willing to operate a Royal Mail van
• Physically fit to walk long distances, climb stairs and hills, and lift heavy mailbags (10kg+)
• Highly reliable, self-driven, and organized with strong resilience in a fast-paced setting
• Committed to excellent customer service and comfortable working independently outdoors

Benefits and Perks

• 22.5 days of holiday annually, increasing with length of service and adjusted for working hours
• Opportunities for career growth within the company
• Robust pension scheme and comprehensive wellbeing support, including 24/7 online GP access
• Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance
• Access to MyBundle+ discounts on everyday goods and entertainment
• Discounted company products and complimentary stamps during Christmas

Additional Information

Contract length and start dates may affect eligibility for benefits. Roles with 35-37 weekly hours are classified as full-time; however, contracts under 37 hours per week are considered part-time in official contracts. Posties are responsible for securely delivering all items, including special election materials and certain controlled products like food and alcohol, in compliance with Royal Mail standards. No CV necessary; selection involves completing an online test followed by an interview.