Overview
Job Title: Logistics Yard Operative
Location: Seedy Mill, Lichfield
Salary: To £30,000 depending on experience
Join Aqua Direct, part of South Staffs Water, in a critical operations role delivering the Just in Time tankered water service with a focus on service excellence, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will enjoy a collaborative environment, ongoing training, and a meaningful daily impact.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and manage the day-to-day delivery of tankered water to customers.
* Oversee driver scheduling, training, and one-to-one engagement, including agency drivers.
* Monitor driver performance using tools such as Webfleet and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Maintain high standards of QA, H&S, and hygiene, adhering to BRC, HACCP, and Operator Licence requirements.
* Ensure accurate and timely completion of documentation (delivery notes, defect reports, driver checks, O Licence records).
* Support the development of training materials and conduct internal training sessions.
* Provide 24/7 support and communication via mobile and email, including participation in the out-of-hours emergency rota.
* Assist in managing sample analysis services to meet Aqua and customer standards.
* Foster long-term professional relationships with both suppliers and customers.
* Continuously develop and improve quality systems and operational reporting tools.
What You’ll Need
Required Qualifications
* Class C+E Driving Licence
* Drivers CPC
* EUSR Water Hygiene Training
* SHEA (CSCS) Water Hygiene H&S Training
* HACCP Level 2
* First Aid at Work
* Operator Licence Awareness Training
* Essential Management Skills Training
Desirable Qualifications
* Fire Marshall Training
* BRC Auditor Training
* IOSH/NEBOSH Health & Safety Training
* International CPC in Logistics Management
* Driver Assessor Course
What You’ll Get In Return
* A competitive salary up to £30,000 per annum
* Company pension with employer contribution
* Store discount for personal shopping needs
* 24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital and health
* 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays)
* Holiday buy-back scheme (up to a max of 5 days)
* Eyecare vouchers – via Specsavers
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Utilities
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