We operate across three main shift patterns:
Early Shifts: Typically start between 05:00 and 14:00.
Late Shifts: Typically start between14:00 to 22:00.
Night Shifts: Typically start between22:00 to 05:00.
Please note that shift times may vary slightly by location and role. Flexibility is essential, and candidates should be prepared to work across different shift patterns, including weekends, where required.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Mail Sorter, you’ll be at the heart of our operations:
- Unloading mail and parcels
- Sorting items by postcode and moving them through the warehouse
- Working efficiently to meet tight deadlines – some teams sort over a million items in a single shift!
You’ll also be expected to handle election materials and certain items (such as food products or alcohol) in line with Royal Mail business standards.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to have worked for us before (we love new people!), but experience in warehouse or sorting work is a plus.
Our ideal candidate:
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced setting
- Pays close attention to detail
- Is flexible and comfortable switching between tasks
- Can push trolleys up to 250kg and lift mail bags up to 11kg
- Can stand for long periods during shifts
Pay & Shifts
The table below outlines the pay rates applicable for Mail Sorter roles within our Mail Centres and Parcel Hubs. The rates displayed are payable for the entirety of your shift where the shift description criteria is met.
Rates could be subject to change during busy periods, Angard staffing will communicate any change to your pay rates in advance.
- Day Shift: Starts and finishes between 05:31–19:59. Pay rate is £13.69 per hour.
- Dawn Shift: Starts between 02:01–04:00. Pay rate is £14.61 per hour.
- Early 05:00: Starts between 04:01–05:00. Pay rate is £14.17 per hour.
- Early 05:30: Starts between 05:01–05:30. Pay rate is £13.93 per hour.
- Evening: Finishes between 20:00–21:39. Pay rate is £14.38 per hour.
- Lates: Finishes between 21:40–01:59. Pay rate is £15.14 per hour.
- Nights: Three hours across 23:00-05:00. Pay rate is £16.44 per hour.
Please Note: This vacancy is for night shifts only. Shifts can start at any time between 22:00 and 02:00 and are typically between 4 and 6 hours in duration, depending on operational requirements. Candidates must be available and willing to work during these hours.
Interested? Let Us Know!
If you're ready to be part of a vital service and enjoy hands-on, active work, we’d love to hear from you.
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Mail Sorter - Truro Mail Centre (Night Shifts Only) employer: Angard Recruitment
At Royal Mail, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values community service and employee well-being. Our flexible working environment allows you to enjoy competitive pay while being part of a team that connects people every day. With opportunities for personal growth and the chance to work outdoors, you'll find a rewarding role that makes a real difference in your local area.
