Driver - Regional

Summary

Salary: £35,700   

Grade: CHD

Reporting Line: CVIT Frontline Shift Manager

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time, Onsite and covering other depots within the Region

Location: Birmingham, expected to cover Manchester, Hemel, Norwich and Chester 

Closing Date: 16/09/26

Please note, if successful in this role, your contractual job title will be Regional Reserve - Cash Carrying Crew.

What to expect

Join our Cash in Transit (CViT) team and play a vital role in delivering one of the UK’s most trusted services. As a Regional Reserve Driver, you’ll help ensure the safe, secure and timely movement of cash and valuables, enabling Post Offices and our customers to continue serving communities across the country.

Working across your designated areas (Manchester, Hemel, Norwich and Chester ), you’ll provide operational support wherever it’s needed most. From transporting valuable consignments and operating secure vehicles to supporting depot activities and maintaining the highest safety and compliance standards, no two days are the same.

Every day, you’ll play an important part in protecting the movement of cash and valuables across our network, helping Post Offices continue delivering the trusted services that communities rely on.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and thrives in a fast-paced operational environment.

As a Regional Reserve Driver, flexibility is essential, and you’ll be expected to travel within your designated area, with overnight stays when required. All overnight accommodation and reasonable expenses will be covered.

What we can do for you

Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution
• Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme
• 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service
• Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes
• Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & saving

Click here for a detailed overview of our benefits

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you’ll be a dependable team player with a strong commitment to safety, security and delivering excellent customer service. You’ll be confident working independently, adaptable to changing priorities and comfortable following established procedures within a highly secure environment.

You’ll also have:

• A full UK driving licence
• A valid SIA licence (required before starting the role)
• Excellent driving skills with a strong understanding of road traffic regulations
• A customer-focused approach with strong communication and people skills
• A flexible approach and willingness to travel across your designated area, including overnight stays when required
• A commitment to maintaining health, safety, security and compliance standards at all times

Please note: This role requires you to work within a high-security environment and travel across multiple operational sites. Successful applicants will be required to complete our pre-employment screening process, including five years of referencing.

About us

At Post Office Ltd, we’re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are. Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We’re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve.

If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we’d love to hear from you. For more details visit careers.postoffice.co.uk

Application Guidance

Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we’ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact talentacquisition@postoffice.co.uk

We’re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.

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