Overview
Our client is a well established Heathrow Freight Forwarding Agent based in Sunbury who have a new opportunity for a Driver and Warehouse Operative to be a key member of the driving team; assisting with the smooth-running of the company’s transport department and organise the warehouse; by booking-in shipments and advising when shipments are back. The successful candidate must have a 5 year steady work record and full UK Drivers Licence (clean/max 3 points). Should have a flexible and strong work ethic and able to work as part of a team.
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ‘TAKE THE VAN HOME’
Location: Colnbrook & Sunbury
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £28k basic + overtime and Benefits
Day to day duties – Driver and Warehouse Operative
* Completing delivery run sheets and uploading accurate information.
* Securing goods and maintaining proper documentation.
* Adhering to security and health & safety protocols.
* Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and reporting any defects.
* Providing assistance to colleagues and reporting transport issues.
* Delivering high levels of customer service with professional appearance.
* Verifying freight accuracy during loading/unloading.
* Communicating with security companies and providing accurate shipment details.
* Ensuring timely scanning and reporting of delivery and collection data.
* Undertake additional duties, or assist other members of staff, as may be reasonably requested by the Manager or Directors.
Essential – Driver and Warehouse Operative
* Hold a full UK driving licence (no HGV licence required, but desirable).
* Have a good knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written.
* Have the ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadlines.
* Have strong communication skills: the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
* Be a team player in the transport team, as well as work with staff in other departments.
Skills – Driver and Warehouse Operative
* The ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadlines.
* Strong communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively with the clients and colleagues.
Knowledge – Driver and Warehouse Operative
* Intermediate Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams.
* Data management, keep accurate records for the department.
Mindset
* Growth Mindset. We are looking for someone that wants to learn and progress with the company.
* Proactive. Anticipates needs and changes and is always looking for ways to improve.
* Compliance. Follow company policies and process.
Desirable
* Experience of warehouse work; including operation, stock locations and health & safety.
* Experience of transporting valuable goods.
* Have sound knowledge of IT – Microsoft Outlook and PD Scanning app via smart phone.
* Knowledge of local area and Central London.
Why Join Us?
28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
Annual salary reviews & discretionary bonuses.
Career growth opportunities & on-the-job training.
Free parking (subject to availability).
Private Health Insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Electric car scheme
A company that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility).
Compulsory checks
* Due to the nature of the role there are a number of compulsory checks that must be carried out.
* Criminal record check – basic disclosure (DBS) carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
* 5-year background check to include gaps of 28 days or more with all gaps in employment analysed and accounted for.
* Driving licence check.
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