1 month ago
Postal Operative / Mail Delivery Officer
- Transportation Services
- Full Time
- £25,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on role and experience)
- Manchester
Job Description
Our client, the national postal service, is seeking dedicated and reliable Postal Operatives to join their team on a full-time basis. In this important role, you will help ensure the efficient sorting, handling, and delivery of letters and parcels to homes and businesses across the country. The ideal candidate is dependable, well-organised, and committed to providing a consistently high standard of service, contributing to the smooth operation of a trusted and essential public service.
Key Responsibilities
- Sort and prepare letters and parcels for delivery routes.
- Deliver mail and parcels accurately and on schedule to residential and commercial addresses.
- Collect outgoing mail from post boxes, post offices, and business customers.
- Use handheld devices to record deliveries and obtain signatures when required.
- Provide professional and courteous customer service.
- Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules while adapting to daily operational needs.
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of all mail items.
- Comply with health, safety, and operational procedures.
- Assist with depot and warehouse duties, including loading and unloading mail, when required.
Skills & Experience Required
- Good physical fitness, as the role involves walking, lifting, and carrying items.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- A full UK driving licence may be required, depending on the role.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of £25,000 – £32,000.
- Paid annual leave and paid training.
- Uniform and required equipment provided.
- Opportunities for career progression and internal promotion.
- Employee support and wellbeing initiatives.
Job Overview
Job Title
Postal Operative / Mail Delivery Officer
Job Type
Full Time
Category
Transportation Services
Experience
No-experience
Offered Salary
£25,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on role and experience)
Location
Manchester
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