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Entry-Level Postal Delivery Driver in Birmingham - Temporary/Contract
Company
Royal Mail
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£13.68 an hour
Posted
14 hours ago
Via
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Job Description
Are you looking to start your career as a Entry-Level Postal Delivery Driver in Birmingham - Temporary/Contract in Birmingham? Royal Mail is currently hiring local talent for this position!
Summary
Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) in Birmingham to deliver letters and parcels, stay active, connect with the community, and enjoy benefits. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.
Location: Birmingham Mc, B6 4AB
Job type: Fixed Term contract (6 months)
Salary: £13.68 per hour* (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.
Working hours: 30:00 hours per week – working 5 days in 7 across Monday - Sunday – 07:00/15:00*
Looking for a delivery driver job where you can stay active, connected to your community, and enjoy great benefits? Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) and become the face of our trusted service, delivering letters and parcels in Birmingham.
You’ll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand.
You’ll be required to work Sundays at Birmingham Central Delivery Office.
What you’ll do
• Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office
• Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area
• Build relationships with customers
• Work outdoors in all weathers
You’ll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter.** It's not always easy – but it’s always rewarding.
Why people enjoy this role
• Being active and outdoors
• Working independently
• Meeting customers
• A role that offers routine, structure, and variety
What to expect
This role is physically demanding and fast-paced:
• Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps)
• Driving a Royal Mail van daily
• Working in all weather conditions
• Delivering letters and high volumes of parcels
• Busy, time-pressured days, especially during peak periods
About you
We’ll provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. You’ll need:
• A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address)
• Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment
• Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment
• Customer-focused, with pride in delivering great service
• Comfortable working outdoors and indepe
Benefits
• Paid Time Off
Responsibilities
Sorting letters and parcels, delivering post by van and on foot, building relationships with customers, and working outdoors in all weathers.
Key Aspects
Delivery driver job, staying active, connected to community, great benefits, deliver letters and parcels, rotating shift schedule including weekends, outdoor work.
Apply for this Postal Delivery Driver in Birmingham - Weekend role today via Placed.
Summary
Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) in Birmingham to deliver letters and parcels, stay active, connect with the community, and enjoy benefits. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.
Location: Birmingham Mc, B6 4AB
Job type: Fixed Term contract (6 months)
Salary: £13.68 per hour* (paid monthly) + paid overtime available.
Working hours: 30:00 hours per week – working 5 days in 7 across Monday - Sunday – 07:00/15:00*
Looking for a delivery driver job where you can stay active, connected to your community, and enjoy great benefits? Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) and become the face of our trusted service, delivering letters and parcels in Birmingham.
You’ll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand.
You’ll be required to work Sundays at Birmingham Central Delivery Office.
What you’ll do
• Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office
• Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area
• Build relationships with customers
• Work outdoors in all weathers
You’ll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter.** It's not always easy – but it’s always rewarding.
Why people enjoy this role
• Being active and outdoors
• Working independently
• Meeting customers
• A role that offers routine, structure, and variety
What to expect
This role is physically demanding and fast-paced:
• Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps)
• Driving a Royal Mail van daily
• Working in all weather conditions
• Delivering letters and high volumes of parcels
• Busy, time-pressured days, especially during peak periods
About you
We’ll provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. You’ll need:
• A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address)
• Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment
• Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment
• Customer-focused, with pride in delivering great service
• Comfortable working outdoors and indepe
Benefits
• Paid Time Off
Responsibilities
Sorting letters and parcels, delivering post by van and on foot, building relationships with customers, and working outdoors in all weathers.
Key Aspects
Delivery driver job, staying active, connected to community, great benefits, deliver letters and parcels, rotating shift schedule including weekends, outdoor work.
Apply for this Postal Delivery Driver in Birmingham - Weekend role today via Placed.
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GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over in packing roles is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Packing operatives under 21 receive £10.00 per hour under the same rules.
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Do packing jobs in the UK require a Skilled Worker visa for non-UK residents in 2026?
GOV.UK specifies that packing operative roles fall below the Skilled Worker visa threshold and cannot be sponsored unless the salary reaches £38,700 or the going rate for the SOC code. Most warehouse packing positions are filled by UK or settled workers only. Seasonal worker visas do not cover permanent packing contracts.
