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Today is just 101 days away from Christmas Day – but it’s definitely not too early to start thinking about earning some extra cash.
Royal Mail is already advertising for temporary staff in Nottingham to help with the big push through to Christmas.
It is looking for casual worker to work a variety of shifts in the lead-up to the big day.
The roles are based at the Nottingham Mail Centre in Padge Road, Beeston.
What does the work involve?
You will be unloading, moving and sorting items of mail. Royal Mail’s wish list for candidates is as follows:
- You enjoy working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
- Being proactive and detailed focused is key;
- You are flexible and adaptable to work on various tasks during a shift;
- Pushing trolleys (up to 250kgs) and standing for long periods is comfortable for you;
- No previous experience is needed – don’t worry, we love new people;
- If you do have experience in warehouse or sorting work, with the likes of Amazon or another distribution company, then you are definitely on our wishlist too.
Although a start date is not yet specified, these roles usually begin around mid-November.
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What are the shifts?
Typical shifts at the Nottingham Mail Centre are:
- Early: 6am to 2pm
- Late: 2pm to 10pm
- Night: 10pm to 6am
Weekend working is an option, and there may also be part time shifts available.
On your application, you will be asked which shift you would prefer. You will be able to pick from Earlies, Lates, Nights or Weekends.
Royal Mail says: “We are not able to guarantee your preferred shift as shifts are offered on a first come first serve basis, and shift times may change depending of the amount of mail going through our centres.”
What’s the pay?
Pay is £9.50 per hour (days) and £10.50 per hour (nights).
What does Royal Mail say about the roles?
“Christmas is our busiest time of year. With so many parcels and letters coming through our warehouse doors, it’s no surprise that we need a few thousand extra helping hands to get everything where it needs to go.
“That’s why, every year, we hire temporary Mail Centre workers from all different walks of life to help us deliver Christmas across the UK.
“Just like Mr & Mrs Claus, you will help to deliver Christmas to everybody in the UK. Flexible and adaptable at all times, you will be doing a very important job.
“You’ll be helping us unload mail and parcels from our vans, moving them around our warehouses and then sorting them so they arrive at their destination safely – sometimes sorting over a million items in a single shift with your team.”
How do you apply?
You can apply here.
If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend a Registration Event where Royal Mail will collect some further information from you, and you will be able to discuss your shift preference.
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