Stress and physical strain - Postman DHL Employee Review

2.0
15 Nov 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Working outside - No boss/manager around most of the time

Cons

- Pressure to cram always more work (publicity, small packages etc.) in the same route without overtime - Not easy to get overtime paid, specially relevant when learning new routes - Very physical work, heavy bags and time constraint - Work in bad weather (pouring rain, freezing temperatures, etc.)

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DHL Response
2y
Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience working as a postman in Saarbrücken. We appreciate your dedication and hard work in delivering mail under various conditions. We understand the challenges you faced, including the physical strain and pressure to manage increasing workloads. Your feedback on overtime and the demanding nature of the job is valuable, and we take it seriously. We are committed to creating a positive work environment and will consider your input for future improvements. Best regards, Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

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