At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 1 vehicles, transporting mail between Royal Mail depots across the UK.
- Company: Join Royal Mail, a trusted national brand keeping the UK moving.
- Benefits: Earn up to £24.57 p/h, enjoy weekly pay, holiday accrual, and pension.
- Other info: Onsite parking, canteen facilities, and support from the Pertemps team.
- Why this job: Secure consistent work with a reputable company and enjoy flexible shifts.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 1 licence, CPC, and driving experience required.
The predicted salary is between 21.6 - 26.4 £ per hour.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
Join the team that keeps the UK moving. Royal Mail is on the lookout for skilled, safety-driven HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers to support nationwide trunking, Depot to Depot operations. If you take pride in clean, professional driving, this is your chance to secure consistent, high-quality work with a trusted national brand for the remainder of 2026.
The Job
- Trunking between Royal Mail depots
- No handballing just organised, planned routes
- Morning, evening and weekend shifts available
Key Responsibilities
- Transport mail between national sites
- Complete vehicle checks and uphold top-tier safety
- Follow scheduled routes with precision
- Represent Royal Mail with professionalism on every run
What You Need
- Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence (held for 1+ years)
- A valid and in date CPC + Digital Tachograph card
- 180+ days of Class 1 driving experience in the last 2 years
- Max 6 points on your licence
- Able to pass vetting & DBS checks
What You Get
- Excellent pay: £21.44-£24.57 p/h (shift dependent)
- Guaranteed minimum daily hours
- Weekly pay, holiday accrual & pension (PAYE)
- Option to secure preferred shifts after assessment
- Onsite parking & canteen facilities are available in most Depots
- Support from the onsite Pertemps team
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