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We are looking for a Courier to join our team at FedEx Gretna. Whether you are fresh from the test centre or have experience, we want to speak to you!

Your role

We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

As a FedEx courier, you are the face of the business, delivering parcels on time to our customers.

Working hours: 45 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 07:15 - 17:15, Monday to Friday
Salary: £14.36 per hour. Premia paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm, and 10pm - 6am.

What will you be doing?

1. Collection and delivery of parcels and freight to our customers
2. Security of the vehicle and freight while in your vehicle
3. Multi drop deliveries
4. Complete procedural checks on your vehicle
5. Comply with Health and Safety regulations

What are we looking for?

1. A full valid class 2 licence along with Driver CPC and Tacho Driver Card
2. Someone with great customer service skills
3. Great attitude with the ability to work independently and flexibly
4. Good understanding of driving rules and regulations

What you’ll get!

1. 22 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked between Jan-Dec, up to 27 days)
2. FedEx Retirement Plan
3. Free Uniform and PPE
4. Fully funded DCPC renewal
5. Free parking
6. Life assurance policy which pays out 4 x salary
7. Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support, information, and advice to help you with your wellbeing
8. Hospital cash plan scheme
9. Tuition assistance for external training
10. Reduced rate shipping for international packages
11. Group scheme savings on many items
12. Great career opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. It’s the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happens because we do it together.

FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all.

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by 'Fortune' magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe.

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future.

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s.