Full time Temporary

Postal Delivery Driver

Pertemps Royal Mail

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AD

£15.06 per hour

Posted: 29 July 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 28 August 2026

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About the Role

As a Postal Delivery Driver based in Shrewsbury, you will sort and load mail and parcels at the local delivery office before commencing your daily route. This full-time, temporary position offers £15.06 per hour for up to 35 hours weekly, with shifts from Monday to Friday and weekend flexibility required. You will deliver items by vehicle and on foot, walking up to 8 miles per day, while using a company handheld device for navigation and tracking. Strong organisational ability, physical fitness, and excellent customer service skills are essential for this independent role. Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of Royal Mail for this position.

Position: Parcel Delivery Driver
Employment Type: Temporary, Up to 35 hours per week
Location: Shrewsbury Area
Pay Rate: £15.06 per hour
Shift Patterns: Monday to Friday, including weekend flexibility
About the Opportunity
Pertemps is currently recruiting temporary Multi-Drop Postal/Parcel Delivery Drivers on behalf of Royal Mail. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who enjoy independent outdoor work and have a strong passion for customer service.
Core Responsibilities
· Preparation: Begin shifts at the local delivery office to accurately sort and load daily deliveries.
· Distribution: Deliver mail and parcels both by vehicle and on foot. This physical role involves walking up to 8 miles per day.
· Operations: Utilise a company handheld device for navigating routes and capturing customer signatures.
· Manual Handling: Safely lift and carry mail bags weighing up to 16kg and parcels up to 20kg, utilising delivery trolleys as required.
Candidate Requirements
· Licence: Must hold a valid, full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points (a clean licence is preferred).
· Resilience: Ability to work comfortably outdoors across all weather conditions.
· Skills: Exceptional time management capabilities alongside a customer-first mindset.
· Experience: Prior delivery or commercial driving experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
How to Apply
If you are reliable, proactive, and ready to hit the ground running, please select "Apply Now" to submit your application