Logistics Operative

SevernTrentLife; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Logistics Operative, where you will play a crucial role in managing large-scale construction activities across multiple sites. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, ensuring the safe and compliant delivery of materials and equipment. With a focus on personal growth and community impact, you will enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a strong pension scheme. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Mains Renewal incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in utility or construction industry with HGV driving.
• Ability to complete dynamic risk assessments and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of construction equipment and materials safely.
• Collaborate with Network Logistics supervisor and construction teams.

Skills

Class 2 Drivers Licence

HGV Qualification

Customer Service Skills

Driving Logistics Vehicles

Dynamic Risk Assessments

Education

HIAB Qualification

NRSWA Operative

Tools

HGV Grab Lorries

Mechanical Excavation Equipment

Job description

Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 listed company and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent.

It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.

Due to an exciting new programme which is going to see us deliver for our customers a full mains renewal across our region over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams to deliver this fantastic work.

This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!

We are looking for aNetwork Logistics Operative,to come and be responsible for managing significant, large scale construction activity across multiple sites.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As our new Network Logistics Operative, you’ll be responsible for the timely, safe, and compliant delivery of construction equipment and materials onsite. This includes import and export of reinstatement materials, delivery of fittings and the use of mechanical excavation equipment and vehicles.

You’ll also drive Logistics vehicles, predominately HGV “Grab” lorries. This role will undertake the safe and efficient removal of waste materials and spoil, as well as the delivery of new usable materials to facilitate the completion of main renewal phases.

Additionally, you’ll transport and deliver all types of plant and equipment to support the Network Construction team and is responsible for completing dynamic risk assessments. It will also involve some construction activity, such as sectioning up, and service laying, to support the Network Construction Teams.

This role requires a 42-hour work week, Monday to Friday, starting at 7:00 AM and ending at 4:30 PM, with a half-hour early finish at 4:00 PM on Fridays.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for transporting reinstatement materials to and from the compound / site. Includes delivery of fittings and the use of mechanical excavation equipment and vehicles and completing dynamic risk assessments.

• Collaborate closely and effectively with Network Logistics supervisor and Network Construction Operatives, fostering a collaborative work environment and facilitate the safe and effective removal and disposal of asbestos.

• Ensure all excavations are safe and secure, and that all domestic and commercial access is maintained. While liaising with customers where required, providing support and updates throughout each DMA renewal.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

For this role the right candidate willholdClass 2 Drivers Licence, minimum category C (preferably CE) Drivers Licence, HGV Qualification and experience of driving HGV’s (or working towards).

You’ll also have experience of working in the utility and / or construction industry, have a HIAB qualification (Grab qualification) and NRSWA Operative.

Additionally, you’ll havean excellent track record of successfully driving Logistics vehicles, particularlyHGV “Grab” lorries, excellent customer service skills,know-how to carry out successful transportation and delivery of plant, tools, and equipment. While havinggood understanding of digital tachograph and driving/working time regulations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year
• Opportunity to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, with earning potential of up to an additional £10,000 per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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