Relief Collection/Trunk Driver and Warehouse Operative
Location: Ashby De La Zouch
Hours: 17:00pm – 02:00am, 45 hours per week (flexibility required) This is a dual role, so you may be working either the evening/night shift or covering the 10:00–19:00 day shift.
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Trunking Supervisor / Warehouse Manager
Salary: £31,847.40 per annum
Join Our Team and Make a Difference on the Open Road
Are you passionate about driving and making a real impact? Join LF&E, one of the UK's leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we've proudly supported NHS Trusts and corporate healthcare organisations, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies and improving patient outcomes across the country.
We are currently looking for a motivated and reliable Relief Collection/Trunk Driver/ Warehouse Operative to join our team in Ashby De La Zouch. This dual role supports both transport and warehouse operations, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to work in a highly regulated and meaningful environment.
Job Summary
As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for the safe and timely collection and delivery of pharmaceutical products, as well as supporting warehouse operations including sortation, loading, and unloading. Flexibility, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential in this role, as is a commitment to safety, compliance, and maintaining product integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Driving Duties:
* Carry out scheduled and ad-hoc collections between depots and clients.
* Operate vehicles in full compliance with GDP (Good Distribution Practice), road transport, and Working Time regulations.
* Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure correct handling of temperature-sensitive goods.
* Accurately complete delivery records and paperwork.
* Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams.
* Provide relief cover for other drivers during holidays, sickness, or peak periods (including night trunking).
Warehouse & Sortation Duties:
* Assist with the receipt, scanning, sorting, and allocation of pharmaceutical consignments.
* Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring goods are handled in line with GDP standards.
* Support the night sortation process to ensure timely dispatch.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised warehouse environment.
* Report any discrepancies, damages, or temperature issues promptly.
* Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and scanners.
Requirements
* Valid UK driving licence (Class 2 desirable but not essential).
* Experience in pharmaceutical logistics or temperature-controlled transport preferred (training can be provided).
* Previous warehouse or sortation experience.
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
* Flexible, adaptable, and team-focused.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Working Hours
* Standard shift: 17:00 – 02:00 (Monday to Friday)
* Flexibility required for earlier/later starts as operationally needed.
* Overtime opportunities may be available.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
* Company pension scheme.
* Full uniform and PPE provided.
* Full GDP training and ongoing professional development.
* A supportive, professional team environment.
Be part of something meaningful, help deliver life-saving medication across the UK.
Apply today to join LF&E, where every mile matters.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £31,847.40 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* This is a dual role, so you may be working either the evening/night shift as advertised or covering the 10:00–19:00 day shift. Flexibility is required. Does this suit you?
Experience:
* Driving: 3 years (preferred)
* Warehouse: 2 years (preferred)
* Trunk Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence with no more than 6 points? (required)
* class 2 licence? (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (preferred)
Location:
* Ashby-De-La-Zouch LE65 (preferred)
Work Location: In person