An Post to Hire 300 Delivery Workers Amidst E-commerce Surge

Cork and other regions across Ireland are set to benefit from a significant hiring push by An Post, as the national postal service aims to recruit up to 300 new frontline delivery workers. This announcement comes as An Post experiences a substantial increase in parcel volumes driven by the continued growth of e-commerce.

Parcel Volumes Surge

An Post has reported a 27% increase in the number of parcels handled in the past year. The first two months of 2026 have seen an even more dramatic rise, with parcel volumes up almost 50% compared to the same period last year. This surge is attributed to the expanding e-commerce landscape in Ireland, and potentially the recent collapse of Fastway in late 2025, which may have shifted volume to An Post. MSN

Job Requirements and Benefits

Applicants for the delivery worker positions must be physically fit and possess a full manual EU driving license, along with a satisfactory level of spoken and written English. An Post is offering a “competitive salary and benefits package,” with an hourly rate of €17.44. Based on a 37.5-hour workweek, postal operatives can expect to earn approximately €34,000 annually, subject to variations based on overtime and other factors.

Strategic Investments in Infrastructure

To manage the increased parcel volume, An Post is investing in automation, including a new parcel processing facility in Dublin. CEO David McRedmond highlighted the importance of capacity in both the “last mile” (delivery) and “middle mile” (processing) stages. He noted that a major new parcels site for Ireland is planned for completion by the end of the decade. CorkBeo

Carrigaline Sorting Office Closure

Despite the expansion in delivery services, An Post is consolidating some facilities. The sorting office in Carrigaline, County Cork, ceased operations on September 29, 2025, with services transferred to the Little Island facility. An Post states this is part of a broader strategy to adapt to the growth of parcel and e-commerce business. The Carrigaline Post Office remains open for regular postal services, including the collection of registered post, and parcels. CorkBeo

An Post’s Greenlight Strategy

McRedmond stated that An Post’s Greenlight strategy has yielded positive results in 2025, and the continued growth into 2026 demonstrates the significant impact of online commerce on global trade. He emphasized that a robust parcel network is essential infrastructure for the Irish state, enabling businesses and individuals to operate effectively from any location.

Where to Apply

Interested candidates can find job postings and apply on the An Post website. Vacancies currently include positions in Cork city and county.