I have worked 6 weeks and wrote a complain to the office and they didn’t even back to me regarding this .. basically they are lying about the wages 18-20gbp per hour ! Don’t believe them !
Dear Steve,
I hope this message finds you well.
I would like to share some insights from my recent experience, which I believe you may already be aware of, but I have come to understand more deeply through direct involvement.
This morning at 08:38, I began uploading the parcels that had arrived at my home into the system. Without delay, I left to begin deliveries and continued non-stop until 13:48. In total, I worked for *5 hours and 10 minutes*, which equals *310 minutes*. During this time, I visited *69 addresses*, successfully delivering *62 parcels*, while *7 parcels* will need to be redelivered tomorrow or the following day.
This means I spent an average of *4.5 minutes per parcel*.
Throughout the day, I started the engine *70 times*, stopped and restarted the vehicle *70 times*, rolled the windows up and down *140 times*, and made *70 stops and departures*.
My estimated earnings for today are approximately *£55* (62 deliveries × £0.75 = £46.50). This equates to an hourly rate of around *£11*, which is significantly lower than the *£18–£20 per hour* mentioned in your previous email. I kindly ask that such figures not be communicated to others, as they do not reflect the reality of the job.
Waiting at doors, speaking with neighbours, writing notes, and leaving delivery slips are not tasks that take just 2–3 minutes—they often require much more time and effort. Providing misleading information does not align with the standards expected of a reputable company.
Furthermore, when I deduct fuel costs and vehicle depreciation from my earnings, there is virtually no profit left. For example, recent vehicle expenses include:
- Front right suspension
- Headlight level sensor
- Rear light bracket
- MOT
Totaling *£486*.
My weekly income is around *£180–£200*, and the payments I’ve received from Yodel so far have barely covered fuel and maintenance costs. The more work I receive, the more financial loss I incur.
I am in need of a role where I can actually earn a sustainable income. If there is an alternative working model available, I would be happy to consider it. Otherwise, I kindly request to end my engagement with Yodel on a date that you find appropriate.
Going forward, I am only willing to deliver a *minimum number of parcels per day*, within a *single area*, and for *no more than 1–1.5 hours*. If this is not feasible, I will begin seeking other employment opportunities.
Thank you for your understanding.
Kind regards,