Postal Delivery Driver

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Postal Delivery Driver to join a busy postal delivery operation, supporting the collection, sorting and delivery of letters and parcels throughout the local Cambridge area. This role involves carrying out daily postal delivery duties, including driving a company van and completing deliveries on foot. The successful candidate will work as part of a delivery team, reporting to the relevant operational management team. Key Responsibilities: Sorting letters, parcels and other postal items at the delivery office. Delivering letters and parcels by van and on foot throughout designated local routes. Ensuring all postal items are delivered securely, accurately and in accordance with company procedures. Providing excellent customer service and building positive relationships with members of the public. Working outdoors in all weather conditions. Completing daily delivery routes efficiently and within required timeframes. Handling and delivering a variety of postal items, including election materials and other designated deliveries. Walking considerable distances throughout the working day, potentially up to 12 miles. Loading, unloading and carrying mailbags and parcels, including items weighing 10kg or more. Working a rotating shift pattern across five days out of seven, including weekends and Sundays. Maintaining a professional and reliable approach in a busy, time–sensitive working environment. The ideal candidate must have: A full manual UK driving licence, with no more than six penalty points. A driving licence registered in their current name and at their current address. The willingness and ability to drive a company delivery van daily. The ability to successfully pass a driving assessment. The physical capability to walk extended distances, climb stairs and hills, and lift and carry mailbags weighing 10kg or more. Availability to work five days out of seven, including Sundays at the Cambridge Delivery Office. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.