HGV 7.5t (C1) Driver – Royal Mail – Exeter

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HGV 7.5t (C1) Driver – Exeter

📍 Exeter

💷 £16.53 – £26.21 per hour

🕒 Short shifts: 4–6 hours (longer shifts also available)

Looking for flexible driving work that fits around your life, family, or retirement?

Whether you’re balancing family commitments, easing back from full-time work, or semi-retired and want to stay active, this role gives you the freedom to choose when you work.

We’re recruiting 7.5t drivers for Royal Mail in Exeter on an agency basis—ideal if you want flexibility without being tied into a permanent contract.

🚛 The Job – Straightforward & Flexible

Depot-to-depot trunking only
No multi-drop or high-pressure deliveries
Minimal manual handling
Clean, modern vehicles
Reliable, well-planned routes
Simple work—get in, drive, and get back home without the stress.

💷 Why Drivers Like This Role

Short 4–8 hour shifts for better work-life balance
Longer shifts available if you want to earn more
Flexible start times (mainly 12:00–16:00)
Choose part-time, full-time, or ad-hoc work
Ideal for semi-retired drivers or those reducing hours
Great for fitting around family life or other commitments
Excellent hourly rates up to £26.21
Shifts planned a week in advance
Weekly or monthly pay
Holiday pay + pension
Free parking & onsite canteeN
👍 Ideal If You Want To:

Spend more time with family or grandchildren
Stay active while semi-retired
Choose between short or longer working days
Avoid being locked into a fixed schedule
Pick up work as and when it suits you

✅ What You’ll Need

7.5t (C1) licence (2+ years)
180 days recent commercial driving experience
CPC & Digital Tacho Card is essential
Max 6 minor points (no major endorsements)
Able to pass DBS check & site induction
⚠️ Important to Know

This is agency work and not a permanent position.
Shifts are not guaranteed every week, and work is offered based on operational needs
That said, there is regular ongoing work available, especially for reliable drivers who want consistent shifts.

📞 Get Started

Want flexible driving that works around your life?

Call: (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

Email: (url removed)

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