Driver / Warehouse Assistant

GFS (Global Freight Solutions Ltd); Warrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Range of employee awards

Employee assistance programme to promo

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

GFS (Global Freight Solutions Ltd) is hiring a Driver / Warehouse Assistant in the UK to ensure smooth movement of goods, handle daily collections and deliveries, and support warehouse operations.

You will drive company vehicles, perform routine safety checks, maintain vehicle presentation, and proactively communicate delivery updates to customers while upholding health and safety and brand standards.

Qualifications

• A full, valid driving licence is essential for the role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices in a warehouse and transport environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily collections from customers and deliveries to the Warrington depot.
• Ensure safe loading/unloading of goods and vehicle safety checks.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks (tyres, lights, fluids) and report issues.
• Maintain cleanliness/presentation of company vehicles and communicate with customers on updates.
• Support warehouse operations, including unloading deliveries and coordinating servicing/repairs.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

Health & Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team player

Problem solving

Customer service

Job description

At GFS, we power eCommerce delivery through smart, tech-driven logistics solutions. Our multi-carrier platform gives businesses a simpler, more flexible way to ship, track, and manage parcels across the UK and worldwide. We’re proud to support a wide range of retailers, helping them reach more customers and deliver a seamless experience every time.

GFS is part of ILG, a leading 3PL (third party logistics provider) specialising in high-quality, people-led order fulfilment, forming part of a wider group capability across fulfilment and delivery services.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated people who want to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused business where their ideas and impact really matter.

The role

As a Driver / Warehouse Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and reliable movement of goods for our customers. You will be responsible for completing daily collections and deliveries, maintaining vehicle standards, and supporting warehouse operations. Your role is essential in delivering excellent service, ensuring goods are handled safely, and representing GFS professionally at all times.Key responsibilities include:

• Completing daily collections from customers and delivering freight to the Warrington depot
• Ensuring the safe loading and unloading of goods
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks to confirm roadworthiness, including tyres, lights and fluid levels
• Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of company vehicles
• Communicating proactively with customers regarding delivery or collection updates
• Reporting delays, issues or customer concerns to the Operations Supervisor or support team
• Supporting warehouse operations, including unloading incoming deliveries
• Coordinating vehicle servicing and repairs as required
• Building strong working relationships with customers and colleagues
• Promoting the company’s brand values through excellent customer service and professional conduct

What we are looking for

• A full, valid driving licence with the ability to drive the required company vehicle
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good understanding of Health & Safety within a working environment
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• A self-motivated team player with a proactive, “can-do” attitude
• Ability to build positive working relationships with customers and partners
• A calm and organised approach with strong problem-solving skills

Please be aware that the working hours are 30 hours a week, Monday - Friday, 12pm - 6pm

• Birthday leave
• Pension and Life Assurance
• Range of employee awards
• Employee assistance programme to promote mental health wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Job Application Requirements

We welcome your application and look forward to considering you for this role. Please note the following important requirements for all applicants:

• Right to Work in the UK & Basic DBS Check – You must have the legal right to work in the UK, (we are not able to sponsor you). If successful, you will also need to pass a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting employment. We use a third-party checking service for each of these, so you will need to provide them with relevant information if offered a role with us.
• References - We reserve the right to request two or more references, to cover the past five years of your employment history. Please ensure you can provide accurate contact details for each of your referees.
• English Language – You must be able to work in English; enough to fully understand spoken and written work instructions, follow health and safety guidance and participate in discussions with your manager or colleagues.

Please be aware we will be considering applications as we receive them and arranging interviews accordingly. Depending on the volume of applications we receive we may close this advert ahead of the advertised closing date.

For more information about our company or employee benefits please visit https://gfsdeliver.com/about-us/