Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver

Shrewsbury Source: WhatJobs
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Contract: Permanent
Hours: 38 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime. There are three shift patterns available for this role and your preference will be discussed at the interview.

  • Option 1: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 07:00 - 17:00
  • Option 2: Wednesday to Saturday, 07:00 - 17:00
  • Option 3: Monday, Wednesday to Saturday, 07:00 - 17:00

Location: Parcelforce Worldwide Shrewsbury Depot, SY4 4UP

Pay and Benefits

  • Starting salary: £25,201 per year (£12.71 per hour)
  • After 6 months: £27,561 per year (£13.94 per hour)
  • Opportunity to earn up to £30,000 per year, based on a 38 hour week & overtime
  • Saturday & Sunday Weekend Premium +£4.39 (Saturdays) & +£6.58 (Sundays) applied to contracted hours
  • Paid weekday and weekend overtime
  • Monthly Non-Pensionable Addition to Pay (£903.84 per year)
  • Weekly Driving Allowance (£26.73 weekly)

Additional Benefits

  • Excellent company pension
  • Paid holiday allowance starting at 22.5 days per year, rising with service
  • Medical cover (including eye and dental care)
  • Uniform and training
  • Personal benefits account on My Bundle+ platform with over 800 retail offers and direct purchase benefits such as Healthcare Cashplan, Dental Cover, Travel Insurance, Additional Life Insurance, Hospital & Death Benefit Plans, and Voluntary Critical Illness cover.

Be part of something bigger

At Parcelforce Worldwide, every parcel matters—and so do the people who deliver them. Join a team that is proud of what it does, supports each other, and keeps customers smiling every day.

What you'll be doing

  • Sorting parcels and planning efficient delivery routes
  • Carrying out essential vehicle safety checks
  • Collecting and delivering parcels to homes and businesses
  • Providing a friendly, dependable service – whether it's a birthday gift or important business mail

What we're looking for

  • A full UK driving licence (Cat B up to 3.5t) registered to your current address, with no more than 6 points
  • Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30kg
  • Someone who is friendly, dependable, and customer focused
  • Comfortable working independently but also a great team player
  • Looking for a stable, long-term role in a growing organisation

About us

Parcelforce Worldwide is one of the UK's leading express parcel delivery companies. As part of Royal Mail Group, we operate from 54 depots with over 5,500 dedicated team members. We combine smart tech with great people to deliver a smooth, efficient service. Join the team that delivers more than parcels—we deliver pride, purpose, and great service.

Inclusion and Opportunities

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 adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.

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