Mail Operative - Reading

Company
Office Angels
Location
Reading
Salary
£25,350 per annum

Full Job Description

Join Our Team as a Mail Operative in Reading, this is a temporary role.

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Must be able to start Immediately and have relevant experience.

Monday to Friday - 09:00am - 17:00pm

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of mail operations? We are seeking dynamic and dedicated individuals to join our vibrant team in South Oxfordshire! This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in a fast-paced and friendly environment.

About the Role:
As a Mail Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that our mail operations run smoothly and efficiently. This is a temporary full-time position, perfect for those eager to dive into the logistics industry and gain valuable experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

    • Collecting / Receiving, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail, including redirection of all unnamed/unknown mail.
    • Use of franking machines / online postage platforms to despatch mail.
    • Dealing with client enquiries via email, face to face and on the telephone / TEAMS (inc. courier quotes, advice on shipping and despatching goods domestically and oversees)
    • Check and maintain all stationary cupboards.
    • Paper replenishment MFD basic jam/fault reporting
    • Accepting courier deliveries and recording them
    • Delivering courier items and closing off iTrak entries (inc. client tracking queries and package delivery/collection requests via email)
    • Booking and receipt of outgoing courier items in uBook, including customs and shipping paperwork for non-doc overseas packages
    • Porterage and general movement of small furniture, equipment and bulk goods
    • Packaging services (specific to hazardous / dangers goods guidelines)
    • Strapping and wrapping of off-site storage pallets for dispatch
    • Wrap pallets of waste ready for collection.
    • Daily check of chemical waste Drums at labs - change drums when full
    • Issue lab stock items to the client
    • Empty lab wheelie bins.
    • Collect and dispose of analytical samples
    • Gas Cylinder Deliveries.

What We're Looking For:

  • A positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
  • Strong attention to detail and a knack for organisation.
  • Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Previous experience is advantageuous

How to Apply:
Please send an up to date CV in today.

Don't miss out on the chance to become a valued member of our team! We are excited to welcome passionate individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission and help us deliver exceptional service.

Location: Whitchurch Hill, South Oxfordshire

Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us, and let's create some mail-moving excitement!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Location
Reading
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£25,350 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
27th November 2025
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