Class 2 LGV Driver

Location: Royal Mail, Inverness Mail Center, 50 Seafield Road, Inverness, IV1 1SG

Company: Royal Mail Group Job reference: 335281

Job type: Permanent

Are you an LGV-licenced driver looking for a role that allows you to be on the road, without the burden of overnight stays and multi-drop routes?

We're recruiting a Class 2 Large Goods Vehicle Driver on permanent contract working flexible night shifts across our 24‑hour operation based at Royal Mail, Inverness Mail Center.

Working 36 hours & 15 mins per week on a 24/7 shift rota
. The role requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts on a rotational basis including a requirement for night driving, weekends and bank holiday working.

More than 500 years in business has made Royal Mail more than a household name. We connect companies, customers and communities across the country, delivering to every address and household around the UK. We're already the oldest and most trusted delivery company in the UK, and our goal is to be recognised as the best delivery company in the UK and Europe.

Our logistics team plays a crucial role in this, transporting letters and parcels across our network 24/7. They guarantee that millions of pieces of mail are delivered on time every day, throughout the year, both domestically and internationally.

As an LGV driver, you'll be a vital part of the team who keep the Royal Mail moving. You'll be responsible for:

• Collecting and transporting mail from our different sites and moving it to the next stage of the delivery process
• Working independently, driving fixed routes across the UK
• Loading and unloading your vehicle, delivering to schedule, and maintaining the security of your loaded items throughout the journey
• Using the latest technology to support you in your role, with the autonomy you need to get the job done efficiently

We'll provide your full uniform, an iconic red post lorry, and all the training and support you'll need to succeed. Here's what you'll need to bring to the role:

• Valid UK manual C licence: you'll hold a Large Goods Vehicle Class 2 licence, with no more than 6 penalty points
• Self‑motivated: you'll be comfortable working unsupervised for long periods
• Organised and punctual: you'll demonstrate great initiative and work well within tight timelines
• Flexible to service demands: comfortable working a variety of shifts. You're willing to support your team when required
• Community spirited: you'll care about keeping the United Kingdom connected and take pride in what you do

• Basic salary of £35,895 a year, with overtime opportunities in many sites
• Shift allowance for working unsocial hours
• 22 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted to your working hours if part time)
• Generous contributory pension scheme and other financial wellbeing benefits (subject to qualifying period)
• Exclusive corporate discounts
• Excellent parental leave policy
• Development opportunities and initiatives to support your mental and physical wellbeing

Do you have the drive to help us deliver more for the people of the UK?
Hit the apply button and complete our short application form. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview and driving assessment.

Please note once our maximum number of applications has been reached, this vacancy will be withdrawn. Due to high volumes of applications, we won't be able to provide personalised feedback to everyone.

Royal Mail takes pride in our diverse employee network groups, which actively promote belonging and foster a positive work environment. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion means that we're passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

If you require any adjustments during the application and hiring process, please share the details in your application. Additionally, we're proud to be Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex‑Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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