Driver/Depot Assistant - Deptford

Felix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Felix is seeking a Driver/Depot Assistant to support the smooth operation of our food distribution services. You will organise deliveries at the depot, drive or co-drive to partner organisations, and represent the charity on the road.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, a clean driving record, and a proactive, team‑oriented attitude. You’ll work in a busy environment and help reduce food waste and food poverty.

Qualifications

• Willingness to engage in light to medium physical work.
• Previous warehouse experience and use of a pump truck.
• Ability and willingness to work in a busy environment.
• Ability to work within a team of varied individuals.
• Meticulous organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Committed to reducing food waste, food poverty.
• Full UK Driving Licence (with no more than 6 points) held for at least 1 year over age 21 for insurance purposes.

Responsibilities

• Organising and sorting food deliveries at the depot.
• Driving or co-driving to deliver and collect food from partner organisations.
• Representing the charity on the road and enhancing service quality.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food waste awareness

Driving licence

Tools

Pump truck

Job description

Requirements: Felix can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK and a clean drivers license. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we do ask questions regarding unspent criminal records

We are Felix

We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.

Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.

We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.

Purpose of the Job

We are looking for the Driver/Depot Assistant to play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our food distribution services. This position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a positive, can-do attitude. While the role offers a high degree of flexibility, initial responsibilities include:

• Organising and sorting food deliveries at the depot
• Driving or co-driving to deliver and collect food from partner organisations
• As the face of The Felix Project on the road, you will represent the charity to our supported organisations and help enhance the quality of service we provide.

Duties and Responsibilities

Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time.

Person Specification

The Felix Project recognises the positive value of diversity and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified or experienced individuals, regardless of their race, gender, biological sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

• Willingness to engage in light to medium physical work as part of your daily job
• Previous warehouse experience and use of a pump truck
• Ability and willingness to work in a busy environment
• Ability to work within a team of varied individuals
• Meticulous organisation skills and attention to detail
• Committed to reducing food waste, food poverty
• Full UK Driving Licence (with no more than 6 points) held for at least 1 year over age 21 for insurance purposes

Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.

Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.

Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful.