Driver/Despatcher

Carbon60; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Driver / Despatcher to ensure safe and timely deliveries. Key responsibilities include loading, unloading, and transporting goods, alongside basic vehicle maintenance. Candidates must hold a Class 2 Driver Licence and have experience with ADR goods. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday leave.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x salary life assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option to buy extra leave

Cash healthcare plan

Cycle to work scheme (including e-bikes)

Workplace nursery benefit

Subsidised canteen

Midday finish every Friday

Qualifications

• Aged 23+ (for insurance purposes).
• Clean Class 2 Category C Driver Licence required.
• Experience with ADR high consequence goods (Classes 1-8, 9).
• Familiarity with Known Consignor procedures.
• Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.
• Previous experience in logistics or manufacturing is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading goods, checking quantities and paperwork.
• Organising and consolidating deliveries in the warehouse.
• Transporting items to various UK locations with accuracy and care.
• Keeping the warehouse tidy and functional.
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks and maintenance.

Skills

Class 2 Category C Driver Licence

ADR high consequence goods experience

Counterbalance forklift experience

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

Driver / Despatcher - Transport Department

Location: Denham

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Working Hours: Full-time, with a midday finish every Friday!

Looking for a driving role with real purpose?
Join our Transport team at Denham as a Driver / Despatcher, where you\'ll play a key role in delivering precision-engineered products that help save lives. You\'ll be the friendly face of our logistics operation, ensuring safe and timely deliveries to customers, suppliers, and company sites across the UK.

What You'll Be Doing

• Loading and unloading goods, checking quantities and paperwork.
• Organising and consolidating deliveries in the warehouse.
• Transporting items to various UK locations with accuracy and care.
• Keeping the warehouse tidy and functional.
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks and maintenance (e.g. topping up fluids, replacing bulbs).

What You'll Bring

• Aged 23+ (for insurance purposes).
• A clean Class 2 Category C Driver Licence.
• Experience with ADR high consequence goods (Classes 1-8, 9).
• Familiarity with Known Consignor procedures.
• Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.
• Previous experience in logistics or manufacturing is a bonus.

Why You\'ll Love Working Here

You\'ll be part of a team that\'s passionate about engineering excellence. You\'ll gain hands-on experience, work alongside experts, and enjoy a supportive environment that helps you grow.

Your Benefits

• 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x salary life assurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to buy extra leave
• Cash healthcare plan
• Cycle to work scheme (including e-bikes)
• Workplace nursery benefit
• Subsidised canteen
• Midday finish every Friday

We\'re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and valued.

Ready to hit the road with us? Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

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