Royal Mail Specialist Services - Delivery Driver 3.5T - Newcastle

Location: RMSS Newcastle (Gateshead)

Contract Type: Zero-hours (regular ongoing work)

Working Pattern: 12:30pm 4 hour shifts, Monday-Friday

Agency: Angard Staffing - Royal Mail's internal staffing agency

Job Purpose

As a Relay Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery and collection of high-value goods to various businesses and warehouses on a designated route. Working as part of the Angard Staffing team, you will operate a 3.5-ton van, representing Royal Mail with professionalism and reliability at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Complete scheduled deliveries and collections of high-value items across the assigned route.

Drive and operate a 3.5-ton vehicle safely and in line with Royal Mail standards.

Ensure all goods are handled securely and appropriately.

Maintain accurate records of deliveries and collections as required.

Follow all site, road, and safety compliance procedures.

Provide excellent customer service to business clients and warehouse teams.

Work collaboratively as part of the Angard Staffing workforce.

Essential Requirements

A valid manual UK driving licence with 6 points or fewer.

Ability to work day shifts, Monday to Friday.

Good geographical awareness and safe driving skills.

Reliability, punctuality, and a strong attention to detail.

Pre-Employment Checks

The following checks will be carried out prior to starting:

Right to Work check (UK)

DVLA licence check

Criminal Record Check (Basic DBS)

Credit check

Pay Rates

Pay is shift-dependent. Please note current vacancies are for day shifts only.

Early Shift (Start & Finish between 05:31-19:59): £15.39 per hour (Sunday: £22.14 per hour)

Late Shift (Finish between 21:40-01:59): £16.93 per hour (Sunday: £23.68 per hour)

Night Shift (Three hours across 23:00-05:00): £18.30 per hour (Sunday: £25.05 per hour)