Postperson with Driving
Job reference: 334551
Location: Melksham Delivery Office, SN12 6ZZ
Job type: Permanent contract
Hours: 30 hours per week, 5 days per week, 08:00–16:00 (rostered for weekends)
Royal Mail is reinventing the future of delivery and now is the perfect time to join us. As a Postperson with Driving you will be part of a national team that delivers millions of parcels and letters every day, delivering for your local community and keeping the nation connected.
Due to operational demand, staff will work weekends on a rota basis. The role is physically demanding – you will walk long distances and work outside in all weather conditions.
Key responsibilities
While there is no exhaustive list in the posting, you will be expected to:
* Deliver parcels, envelopes and other mail items safely and on time.
* Operate and maintain delivery vehicle – generally a 4‑wheel motor vehicle.
* Provide good customer service and support to the community.
* Follow safety guidelines and company policies.
A bit about you
* Upbeat, independent and self‑motivated.
* Organised, punctual and ready to deliver great customer service.
* Happy walking for long periods and working outside in any weather.
* Has a strong sense of community and takes pride in what you do.
* Has a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
Benefits
* Guaranteed hourly rate of £13.06/hour (paid monthly and adjusted to working hours).
* Paid overtime with an enhanced rate of 1.25× for any hours worked over 40 per week.
* 22.5 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted for part‑time if below 40 hrs).
* Full uniform provided.
* Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates.
* Career development opportunities – traineewechsl management roles and apprenticeship schemes.
* Family‑friendly support – enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
* Well‑being support – 24/7 free access to health and financial services.
* Discounts – high‑street vouchers, travel, attraction and beauty products as well as gym membership savings.
* Free stamps at Christmas.
How to apply
Ready to become a Postie and deliver for the people in your local community? Hit the apply button now. If your application is successful, you will be invited to an interview and receive a recruitment update shortly thereafter. Please ensure your contact details are up‑to‑date when submitting your application.
Equality, diversity & inclusion
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. If you require adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss:llevator with your recruiter when contacted.
Application checklist & health matrix
Further information is available in the information checklist and health matrix, which outline acceptable documents and health-related requirements. For more details on Royal Mail Group and our values, visit https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/.
Melksham, England, United Kingdom – 1 month ago
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