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Job Req Number: 96035
Time Type: Full Time
Facility Assistant
It takes a special kind of drive to keep the world moving; and due to growth, DSV is looking to recruit. Please see the links* at the bottom the page, to find out more about DSV.
DSV are recruiting for a Facility Assistant at our Thrapston Location
This role will work with and support the Warehouse Operations Manager and Supervisors in delivering/exceeding contractual customer KPI’s within the warehouse to an agreed DSV budget, whilst driving health & safety and best practice within the operational environment.
* To ensure that all allocated tasks are completed on time and accurately as possible. The Facility Assistant must ensure that they are compliant with DSV Health & Safety Standards at all times, identifying areas of risk and look to communicate to their immediate line manager on how the site can continuously improve standards.
* The Facility Assistant will make up a key part of the warehouse team, working closely with the warehouse manager and supervisor/s the warehouse team taking responsible for keeping buildings in clean and orderly condition, and will perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, cleaning and stocking restrooms, washing walls, glass and upholstered furniture, and removing rubbish. Duties may include notifying management of the need for repairs. EG - The candidate must demonstrate excellent leadership skills supporting departmental managers, branch managers and key senior stakeholders pertinent to the branch operational areas.
Key Tasks
* Health & Safety – Carrying out daily checks on equipment and ensuring general compliance with health & safety guidelines set out by DSV. Identifying any further improvements that can be made by means of discussions during shift briefings. Ensure that all correct PPE is in use for the tasks in hand
* Hygiene – Ensuring the warehouse is kept to agreed standard through the 5S culture, take ownership of designated areas within the warehouse.
Warehouse Duties
* Responsible for all basic cleaning in and around the warehouse area in accordance with the site cleaning procedure and schedule.
* Monitors and maintains sanitation and cleanliness of assigned areas
* Dust mopping, damp mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, picking up larger objects off the floor, and spot cleaning glass and windows.
* Maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies
* Notify the warehouse management team of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
Duties / Responsibilities
* Understand and comply with all relevant Company rules, agreements, policies, procedures and with all relevant legislative requirements and codes of practice.
* Ensure Company business is treated in the strictest confidence and not disclosed to persons outside the Company.
* Act in a professional manner, ensure good working relationships are maintained and promote a good image of the Company at all times
* Maintain and comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards, to be aware of the Occupational Health & Safety Management System, OHSAS18001 and to appreciate the responsibility you have to adhere to the respective procedures.
* Be aware that the Company operates a Quality Assurance system ISO 9001:2008 and adhere to the respective procedures.
* Ensure a good standard of housekeeping through observance of relevant Company policies and ensure that work areas are secure and locked when unoccupied.
* Where appropriate challenge and determine reasons for presence on site of any unauthorised person.
* Attend any development training as required in compliance with the Company’s commitment to the Investors In People standard.
What can we offer you?
* Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.
* Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally. For further details on how DSV is working towards these targets, please see here.
* Be part of a company that has strong company values, to find out more about DSV, including our Values, click here.
* In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
* Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
* Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
* Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
* WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
* LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
* Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
* Eyecare Voucher Scheme
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand. If you are a Recruitment Agency, please contact recruitment@dsv.com to discuss
DSV Careers
If you want to know a bit about DSV Careers, please see below
Links:
* Link 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QJLhUSBN_0
* Link 2 - https://www.dsv.com/en/sustainability-esg
* Link 3 - https://www.dsv.com/en/about-dsv
* Link 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnMpG10Po3w
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
Start here. Go anywhere
Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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