Postal Delivery Driver

Job Overview

Based at Cranleigh Delivery Office (GU6 8AA), this permanent full-time position offers £13.68 per hour paid monthly, with opportunities for paid overtime. The role involves working a 37-hour week distributed over 5 days in a 6-day cycle between Monday and Saturday from 06:00 to 14:30, with a rotating schedule which may include weekends. Additionally, you will be required to work one Sunday in every four at Guilford Delivery Office (GU1 1AA).

Role Responsibilities

• Sort mail and packages at the delivery center.
• Deliver letters and parcels on foot and by Royal Mail van within the local area.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Perform deliveries in all weather conditions.

Your deliveries will include important items such as exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and other meaningful mail. This role requires a commitment to high-quality service even under physical and time pressures.

Work Environment

• Physically demanding days involving walking distances up to 12 miles (over 20,000 steps).
• Daily driving of a Royal Mail van.
• Delivery of a high volume of parcels and letters.
• Operating outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
• Working under time constraints, especially during peak seasons.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a full manual UK driving license registered to current name and address with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to drive a Royal Mail van and pass a driving assessment.
• Physical fitness to walk long distances, climb stairs or hills, and carry mailbags weighing 10kg or more.
• Reliability and self-motivation, with strong organizational skills and resilience under a busy schedule.
• Customer service oriented and pride in delivering quality service.
• Comfortable working outdoors alone.

Training and Benefits

• Comprehensive training provided, including uniform and use of a Royal Mail van.
• Starting holiday entitlement of 22.5 days, increasing with length of service, pro-rated if part-time or fixed term.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Attractive pension plans and 24/7 wellbeing services, including access to online GP consultations.
• Family-friendly workplace policies.
• Employee discounts via MyBundle+ on everyday purchases and leisure activities.
• Discounts on Royal Mail Group products and free Christmas stamps.

Additional Information

Employment contracts vary but roles within 35-37 hours weekly are billed as full-time. Posties must securely deliver all route items, including election materials and select goods such as food or alcohol in accordance with company standards. The application process is streamlined with no CV required, involving an online test and subsequent managerial interview.