Postperson with Driving License

Overview

Join the Royal Mail team as a Postperson delivering mail in your local community. This permanent role based at the Dorking Delivery Office involves walking and driving to ensure prompt delivery across your route.

Working Hours and Schedule

You will work 37 hours per week across 5 days, Monday to Sunday, within the hours of 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Sunday working on a rota basis is required to meet operational needs.

Job Purpose

You will be part of the vital service delivering mail and parcels rain or shine, connecting people to everything from important documents to online orders, contributing to your community's well-being.

Candidate Profile

• Energetic, self-driven, and able to work independently
• Organized, punctual, and committed to excellent customer service
• Enjoys interacting with people and being a visible, friendly community member
• Physically fit to walk for extended periods in all weather conditions
• Strong community spirit and pride in the work performed
• Possess a full UK manual driving licence with a maximum of six penalty points

Benefits

• Competitive guaranteed hourly pay of £13.68, paid monthly and adjusted for working hours
• 22.5 days annual holiday, increasing with service length, pro-rated if working under 37 hours weekly
• Provision of full uniform
• Company pension scheme with attractive contribution rates
• Career advancement opportunities including trainee manager and apprenticeship programs
• Comprehensive family support benefits with enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Access to 24/7 wellbeing services offering support for physical, mental, financial, and social health
• Discounts for high street shopping, travel, attractions, beauty products, and gym memberships
• Complimentary stamps during Christmas period

Additional Information

For recruitment consistency, roles requiring 35 to 37 hours are labeled full-time but contracts less than 37 hours are part-time. Royal Mail values diversity, inclusivity, and encourages applications from all backgrounds including those connected to the Armed Forces. Adjustments can be arranged to accommodate applicants during the hiring process.