Postal Delivery Driver (Postie)

Location: Downpatrick Delivery Office, BT30 6AA Job type: Permanent contract Salary: £13.68 per hour* (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.
Working hours: 20:00 hours per week working 5 days Monday - Sunday 07:00am/18:00pm*
Looking for a delivery driver job where you can stay active, connected to your community, and enjoy great benefits? Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) and become the face of our trusted service, delivering letters and parcels in Downpatrick.
Youll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand.
You may be required to work out of another local delivery office during the busiest periods.
What youll do

• Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office
• Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area
• Build relationships with customers
• Work outdoors in all weathers

Youll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter.** It's not always easy but its always rewarding.
Why people enjoy this role

• Being active and outdoors
• Working independently
• Meeting customers
• A role that offers routine, structure, and variety

What to expect This role is physically demanding and fast-paced:

• Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps)
• Driving a Royal Mail van daily
• Working in all weather conditions
• Delivering letters and high volumes of parcels
• Busy, time-pressured days, especially during peak periods

About you Well provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. Youll need:

• A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address)
• Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment
• Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances , climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment
• Customer-focused, with pride in delivering great service
• Comfortable working outdoors and independently

Whats in it for you? Benefits may vary depending on your contract length and start date, with some subject to qualifying periods.

• 22.5 days holiday , rising with service (adjusted to your working hours and contract duration if part time* or fixed term)
• Career development opportunities
• Excellent pension and 24/7 wellbeing support , including online GP access.
• Family-friendly policies
• MyBundle+ discounts and offers helping you save on everyday items, days out, and more.
• Discounted RMG products and free stamps at Christmas

• Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-37 hours per week are listed as full-time. However, any role under 37 hours per week will be classified as part-time in the employment contract.

**As a Postie, youre expected to securely deliver all items on your route, including handling and delivering election materials and certain items (such as food products or alcohol) in line with Royal Mail business standards.
No CV needed - apply in minutes! Complete an online test, then interview with the manager. Join us and help deliver what matters.

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