Driver and Warehouse Operative

The Air Ambulance Service; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization providing emergency services in Sheffield seeks a Delivery Driver. The role involves safely collecting and delivering donated stock, maintaining vehicle standards, and assisting with warehouse operations. Candidates should have a clean UK driving licence, be comfortable with manual handling, and possess experience in logistics. A supportive team environment with a focus on making a difference is offered, along with various benefits such as enhanced leave and sick pay.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Enhanced sick pay

Life assurance

Blue Light Card access

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with a clean record.
• Experience with manual handling of heavy items.
• Experience working in logistics or delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver donated stock and furniture safely.
• Ensure vehicles are clean and meet safety checks.
• Complete accurate delivery logs and paperwork.
• Assist with stock movement within the warehouse.

Skills

Full UK driving licence (clean)

Comfortable with manual handling

Experience in warehouse or delivery

Knowledge of safe loading practices

Understanding geographical working area

Ability to manage workload

Experience in completing delivery records

Job description

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect donated stock and furniture from donor homes, retail shops, banks, and warehouses in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Provide excellent service when visiting donor homes and shops, acting with care, courtesy, and respect.
• Ensure vans are clean, roadworthy, and meet safety checks daily, report defects promptly.
• Complete delivery logs and paperwork accurately, ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Assist with the organisation and safe movement of stock within the warehouse.
• Adhere to systems for processing incoming goods and preparing stock for sale or onward distribution.
• Check, weigh, and log stock data to ensure accurate recording for invoicing and reporting.
• Work proactively with the Workflow & Volunteer Hub Team Leader to meet daily/weekly objectives.
• Provide occasional cross-support to other departments, including retail, when requested.

If you enjoy a diverse role, you're motivated by purpose and ready to make a real impact to an organisation that is committed to saving lives every day, then this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (clean)
• Comfortable with regular manual handling of heavy and bulky items
• Experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or delivery environment
• Knowledge of safe loading, unloading, and goods movement practices
• Understanding of geographical working area
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload in a fast-paced environment
• Experience completing delivery records, stock sheets, or basic admin tasks

Benefits

• Enhanced annual leave, with even more added as your service grows
• Additional annual leave purchase options
• Enhanced sick pay
• Life assurance
• Blue Light Card eligibility and access to generous discount schemes
• A supportive, purpose-driven team
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Compliance Responsibilities

• Health & Safety and Environment
• Safeguarding
• Data Protection
• Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Quality

You are expected and encouraged to raise and elevate any potential breaches or areas for improvement regarding the above. The role is subject to a Basic DBS check.

TAAS is an inclusive working environment where Equality, Diversity and Human Rights are guiding principles. We value professionalism, compassion and teamwork and we are proud of our inclusive culture.

We commit to ensuring the safety and welfare of children and vulnerable adults in all activities. All employees, contractors, volunteers and supporters are responsible for safeguarding. New staff must complete relevant safeguarding training and report concerns.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this before the stated date, should the hiring manager deem there to be enough suitable applicants. We are currently recruiting for this role directly and do not require agency assistance at this time.

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