Royal Mail
Postal Delivery Driver (Postie) (Hiring Immediately)
Postal Delivery Driver (Postie) (Hiring Immediately) at Royal Mail, based in Didcot, South East. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Didcot, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Delivery Driver
Reference 066ebaea86de3179911555c21b649b709d531897
About the role
Job Description
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Location: Didcot Delivery Office, OX11 8ZZ
\nJob type: Permanent contract
\nSalary: £13.68 per hour* (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.
\n Working hours: 37:00 hours per week – working 5 days in 7 across Monday - Sunday – 06:50 to 15:30/10:00 to 18:00*
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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 Didcot.
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You’ll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand.
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You’ll be required to work Sundays from 09:00 to 17:00.
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What you’ll do
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- Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office \n
- Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area \n
- Build relationships with customers \n
- Work outdoors in all weathers \n
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You’ll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter.** It's not always easy – but it’s always rewarding.
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Why people enjoy this role
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- Being active and outdoors \n
- Working independently \n
- Meeting customers \n
- A role that offers routine, structure, and variety \n
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What to expect
\nThis role is physically demanding and fast-paced:
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- Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps) \n
- Driving a Royal Mail van daily \n
- Working in all weather conditions \n
- Delivering letters and high volumes of parcels \n
- Busy, time-pressured days, especially during peak periods \n
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About you
\nWe’ll provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. You’ll need:
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- A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address) \n
- Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment \n
- Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags \n
- Reliable and self-motivated \n
- Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment \n
- Customer-focused, with pride in delivering great service \n
- Comfortable working outdoors and independently\n
Reference: 066ebaea86de3179911555c21b649b709d531897 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 3 Dec 2026 · Listed via Royal Mail
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