Driver / Store Person

Ground Control; Dartford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Recognition schemes

Private GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Ground Control is seeking a reliable Driver/Store Person to support our depot and site teams across geotechnical projects. The role combines driving, logistics, stock control and equipment handling to ensure sites have what they need when they need it.

You will deliver, load and unload, perform vehicle checks and maintain accurate stock records while coordinating with site teams for urgent deliveries. A hands‑on, organised approach and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Clean UK driving licence and a good driving record.
• Experience in driving, logistics or stores environments.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Willingness to maintain accurate stock records and deliveries.
• Flexible and proactive with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tools, equipment and materials to project sites.
• Safely load/unload deliveries using proper handling methods and forklifts when required.
• Perform vehicle checks and report defects.
• Receive, check and record deliveries against purchase orders; maintain stock records.
• Organise, store and maintain tools and equipment at the depot.
• Support site mobilisation/demobilisation and set up temporary stores.
• Coordinate urgent deliveries with site teams as needed.
• Keep depot, vehicles and storage areas clean, safe and organized.
• Follow HSE, manual handling and transport requirements.

Skills

Driving

Organisation

Attention to detail

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions, we deliver high-quality geotechnical and groundwork services across a range of projects. We're looking for a reliable and organised Driver / Store Person to support our depot and site teams with the transportation, storage and distribution of equipment and materials. This is a hands-on, varied role combining driving, logistics, stock management and equipment handling, helping ensure our site teams have what they need, when they need it. What you'll do

• Drive company vehicles to deliver tools, equipment and materials to project sites.
• Safely load and unload deliveries using appropriate manual handling techniques and forklifts where required.
• Complete vehicle pre- and post-use checks and report any defects.
• Receive, check and record deliveries against purchase orders, maintaining accurate stock records and carrying out regular inventory checks.
• Organise, store and maintain tools, materials and equipment safely and efficiently at the depot.
• Check, clean and store equipment returned from site, carrying out basic maintenance where required.
• Support site mobilisation and demobilisation, including coordinating equipment and materials and helping set up or dismantle temporary site stores.
• Work closely with site teams to understand and respond to equipment and material requirements, including arranging urgent deliveries when needed.
• Maintain clean, safe and organised depot, vehicle and storage areas.
• Follow all company HSE, manual handling and transport requirements.

What you'll get

• A varied role combining driving, logistics and stores responsibilities.
• Full training and development opportunities.
• Forklift training and certification where required.
• Health and safety training.
• Opportunity to gain Street Works qualifications.
• Career progression opportunities across logistics and site operations.
• Employee benefits and discounts.
• The opportunity to play a key role in supporting major geotechnical and groundwork projects.
  Valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record (Category B minimum).
• Experience in a driving, stores, logistics or similar hands‑on role.
• Experience handling and transporting equipment and materials safely.
• Good organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate stock and delivery records.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and confidence carrying out minor equipment maintenance.
• Good understanding of manual handling and safe lifting practices.
• Reliable, punctual and proactive approach.
• Comfortable working with both site and depot teams.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support a varied workload.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Desirable - Not Required

• Category C driving licence.
• Counterbalance or Reach forklift licence.
• NRSWA/Street Works qualification.
• Experience supporting site mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Experience within construction, geotechnical or groundwork.
• CSCS card or equivalent.
• First Aid or Fire Marshal training.

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Benefits

• Competitive salary - aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme - purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.