Driver / warehouse

Shredded Neat; Ditchling Common; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the waste industry is seeking a Van Driver / Warehouse Operative for an immediate start. You will manage vehicle operations for shredding and recycling, ensuring high service standards while handling various warehouse tasks. The role offers competitive pay and personal development opportunities, with a focus on teamwork and strong service ethic in a busy environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays) pro rata

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Solid background in warehouse/depot delivery driving, preferably within waste industry.
• Articulate and numerate, able to communicate effectively with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Driving LGV and HGV vehicles and collecting materials for shredding and recycling.
• Typical warehouse duties including loading/unloading of vehicles.
• Taking customer calls and liaising with customers on site.

Skills

Customer Liaison

Service Focus

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Full driving licence with HGV experience

Tools

Forklift

Baler

AXO static Shredder

Job description

Van driver / Warehouse Operative

Immediate start

We're looking for an ambitious, passionate and service focused driver who is used to working in a busy, service driven environment.

What will I be doing in the role?

• Driving of LGV and HGV vehicles in our fleet, collecting materials for shredding and recycling
• Typical warehouse duties, loading/unloading of vehicles and trailers, good (warehouse) housekeeping
• Operation of warehouse plant & equipment, including specifically – Baler, AXO static Shredder, Bin-lifts
• Operation of the depot forklift
• Any other issues as defined by the Operations Manager
• Taking calls when needed at the depot and recording details of customer requirements to pass to Operations or Business development Manager
• Liaising with customers or their agents when on site and ensuring any requirements or feedback from them is communicated to the Operations Manager

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• What do we look for in this role?
• A solid background in warehouse/depot delivery driving, preferably within the waste industry
• A full driving licence with HGV experience advantageous.
• Candidates must be articulate, numerate, well presented and used to dealing with people at all levels, from Facilities Manager to Managing Director.
• A self-starter, who requires the minimum of supervision, has a persuasive manner and who thrives on a challenge.
• An organised, enthusiastic team player, who is totally professional in their outlook and approach to everything they do.
• Hard working, with strong service and performance ethic.
• A systematic and organised approach to work

What are the benefits?In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from a significant focus on your own personal development, with the right candidate being provided with the opportunity to have a significant input into the growth and development of the business over time. In conjunction with this we offer:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) pro rata
• Pension scheme
• What do I need to do now?

If you wish to take your career to the next level, have proven track record in managing fast paced and challenging logistically focused warehouse/depots, and wish to work for a growing business, please get in touch today!

Job Type: Full time permanent

Pay: £24,500.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person