Customer Services - Courier (Permanent)

GBD FedEx Express UK Transportation Limited

Job Family: FXE-EU: Courier (ID)
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team of Couriers at FedEx Preston.

Shift pattern: Monday to Friday 08.00 - 18.00 (60 minute break)
Salary: 15.01 per hour (C1 licence)
FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world connecting more than 220 countries and territories. Representing FedEx in front of our customers courteously picking up and delivering their packages
Driving vehicles in FedEx fleet on defined routes in various postcodes making sure customers packages get to the right place on time
Following all FedEx Health and Safety and other company policies and procedures
Holding a valid driving license for type of vehicle assigned is essential and held for 2 years would be an advantage.
Adaptability to external driving conditions and circumstances is required
Commercial driving experience would be an advantage
Attractive compensation package
Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
Employee reduced-rate shipping
Great career opportunities
FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year
Bring your ideas individuality and dreams to our global community. 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 Express is one of the worlds largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 Worlds 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. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision policy or activity. Through our P-S-P philosophy we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being and value their contributions to the company.

The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970s.

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