Postperson with Driving (Royal Mail)
Job reference: 333399
Location: Edinburgh Delivery Office, EH7 6XD
Job type: Permanent contract
Hours: 35 hours per week, 5 days across Monday – Sunday (09:30 – 16:30)
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. No matter the weather – come rain or shine – we show up. We deliver everything from exam results and tax returns to wedding invitations and online purchases. You could be part of this vital work, delivering for your local community and keeping the nation connected.
A Bit About You
* Upbeat, independent and self‑motivated
* Organised, punctual and committed to great customer service
* People‑oriented with a friendly face in the community
* Enjoys long walks and working outdoors in all weather
* Strong sense of community and pride in their work
* Has a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
What We Do For You
* A guaranteed hourly rate of £13.06 / £15.50, paid monthly and adjusted to working hours
* Paid overtime with an enhanced rate of 1.25× for hours over 40 per week
* 22.5 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted for part‑time) and the option to buy extra leave each year
* Full uniform provided
* Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates
* Opportunities to progress, including trainee manager roles and apprentice schemes
* Excellent family‑friendly support – enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
* Well‑being support 24/7, including physical, mental, financial and social services
* Discounts on high‑street vouchers, travel, attractions and beauty products, plus gym membership savings
* Free stamps at Christmas
Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35–40 hours per week are listed as full‑time. Any role under 40 hours per week will be classified as part‑time in the employment contract.
Time to Apply
Ready to become a Postie and deliver for the people in your local community? Click the apply button now. If your application is successful, you will be invited to interview – we will update you shortly.
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Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Freight and Package Transportation
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, visit https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/
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