Our client are 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 and be able to converse with clients.

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO 'TAKE THE VAN HOME' **

Sunbury-On-Thames

• Location: Colnbrook & Sunbury
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• £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 an 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..

Benefits

• 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;

• A 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.