Royal Mail advertised a vacancy for a Collection & Delivery Driver (7.5t) with Parcelforce in London in 2025. The role requires a valid UK Category C1 licence and suits reliable, physically fit and customer-focused drivers. It is a full-time post with a benefits package.
The driver delivers and collects parcels along planned routes, carries out vehicle safety checks and is expected to provide a punctual, accurate service. The work involves handling heavy items (up to 30 kg) and normal weekday hours, with overtime available.
About the role
Each day begins with planning the route and carrying out safety and maintenance checks on the vehicle, followed by collecting and delivering items to homes and businesses. Time management, customer service and safe driving are central to the job.
The post is full time at 38 hours per week, with overtime and weekend premiums available. It is physically demanding, requires good organisational skills and involves working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Pay, hours and benefits
- Starting salary: £24,210 per year (£12.21 per hour)
- After the six-month probation period: £25,679 per year (£12.95 per hour)
- Full time, 38 hours per week, with overtime available
- Weekly driving allowance, plus bonuses
- Paid overtime and weekend premiums
- Benefits package including a pension scheme
- Uniform provided, employee discounts and opportunities for career development
Requirements
- Full UK manual driving licence, Category C1, valid and registered to the applicant’s current address
- No more than six penalty points on the licence
- Ability to lift parcels weighing up to 30 kg
- Good time management and route planning
- Strong customer service focus
- Willingness to work overtime, which may include weekends or evenings
- Reliability, punctuality and adherence to safety procedures
How to apply
Applications are made through the Royal Mail Group careers website. The link below opens the original advert; the vacancy dates from 2025 and may no longer be open.
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Royal Mail advertised this Parcelforce Collection & Delivery Driver (7.5t) vacancy in London in 2025: full-time hours, overtime available and a salary that rises after probation.
Applicants need a Category C1 driving licence. A safe driving record and experience in delivery or logistics are relevant, as are route planning, physical fitness and customer service.
At interview, candidates may be asked for examples of working to tight schedules, maintaining accuracy under pressure and keeping to safety and punctuality standards.
Posted by Sherlock on 17 September 2025 in Royal Mail. CloudsJob is not the employer and does not handle applications. This listing was published on 17 September 2025 and expired on 17 October 2025, so the job is most likely closed. Check the employer’s official website for current openings. Report expired
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