Class 2 Night Trunk and Warehouse Operative

LF&E Temperature Controlled Logistics; Basildon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Company pension

Free on-site parking

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Uniform and full training provided

Opportunities for progression and more

Be part of NHS-focused logistics

Job summary

LF&E Temperature Controlled Logistics is recruiting a reliable Class 2 Night Trunk Driver and Warehouse Operative to complete a nightly route to Swadlincote, Derbyshire, supporting our healthcare supply chain. The role covers loading, driving a van, unloading, and ensuring compliant handling of ambient and chilled items.

Shift is night-time, 45 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 20:30–05:30). DBS checks, driving licence verification and references are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 3 years with no more than 6 points.
• Class 2 (Cat C) licence and valid CPC required.
• Reliable, flexible and professional with good geography and logical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Sort and load fails and returns at the local depot for delivery to Swadlincote CD.
• Drive a van to and from the Swadlincote depot.
• Load sharps bins at the local depot for transport to Swadlincote.
• Unload the vehicle at arrival and dispose of sharps bins correctly.
• Follow fails and returns procedure, handing over ambient and chilled items.
• Assist with sortation, final scanning and vehicle loading at Swadlincote.
• Unload on return to local depot and sort packages for network drivers.
• Ensure operations comply with safety, GDP, MHRA and legal standards.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Professionalism

Geographical knowledge

Logical thinking

Education

Full UK Driving Licence (3+ years)

Class 2 (Cat C) Licence

Valid CPC

Job description

Make a Difference on the Open Road! Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people’s lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

Make a Difference on the Open Road! Are you passionate about driving and making a positive impact on people’s lives? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

About LF&E:

• Established in 2008
• 23 sites across the UK
• 300+ employees
• Specialists in temperature-controlled healthcare logistics
• Trusted by public and private healthcare sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical, and clinical trial providers

Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist pharmaceutical delivery services.

We’re looking for a reliable and professional Class 2 Night Trunk Driver and Warehouse Operative to complete a set nightly route to Swadlincote, Derbyshire, supporting our healthcare supply chain.

Schedule: Night shift, 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 20:30 - 05:30)

Key Responsibilities

• Sort and load fails and returns at the local depot for delivery to Swadlincote CD.
• Drive a van to and from the Swadlincote depot.
• Load sharps bins at the local depot for transport to Swadlincote.
• On arrival, unload the vehicle and dispose of sharps bins in the appropriate containers.
• Follow the fails and returns procedure, handing over both ambient and chilled items to our team.
• Assist with sortation, final scanning, and vehicle loading at Swadlincote.
• On return to the local depot, unload the vehicle and sort packages into designated routes for our network drivers.
• Ensure all operations comply with safety procedures, GDP, MHRA, and legal standards.
• Support warehouse operations when needed and maintain a professional, collaborative approach.

A Typical Shift Overview

Your shift begins at your local depot, where you’ll load sharps bins along with any fails and returns. Once everything is secured, you’ll set off on your nightly route to our Swadlincote depot.

When you arrive at Swadlincote, you’ll unload the vehicle and dispose of the sharps bins in the appropriate container. You’ll then follow the fails and returns procedure, handing over both ambient and chilled items to the team on site. After that, you’ll assist with sortation, complete the final scanning, and help with loading vehicles for onward deliveries.

Once everything is complete, you’ll return to your local depot. There, you’ll unload your vehicle and sort packages into their designated routes, ready for our network drivers to continue the supply chain.

What You’ll Need

• Full UK Driving Licence (held for at least 3 years, with no more than 6 points).
• Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• Valid CPC
• Reliability, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Previous van driving experience (preferred)
• Previous warehouse and trunking experience (preferred).
• Good geographical knowledge and strong logical thinking skills.

What We Offer

• Overtime pay
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Uniform and full training provided
• Opportunities for progression and further training
• Be part of a purpose-driven team supporting the NHS and patients

Please note:

This role is subject to DBS checks, Right to Work verification, licence checks, and references. Please declare any criminal convictions at the interview stage.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.