GENERAL ASSISTANT

Speedy services; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire provider in the UK is seeking a General Assistant in Warrington. This role involves a variety of tasks including deliveries, stock control, and customer service in a fast-paced depot environment. The company promotes flexibility and growth, offering a strong work/life balance and various employee benefits.

Benefits

26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Life assurance

Pension scheme

95% discount across the Speedy brand

Opportunities for training and career progression

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Driving licence required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and support others.

Responsibilities

• Making deliveries and/or collections.
• Assisting with vehicle loading/unloading.
• Using computers to record details and prepare information.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

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Summary

Flexible hours available, including job shares/amended hours. We will consider all options. Offering a work/life balance is of great importance to Speedy!

General Assistant - Warrington

Monday to Friday - 07:30-17:00 - 45 hours per week

Speedy is the UK’s leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services – everything for every job! Working in all areas of the depot, you will play a busy but key role in ensuring our depot runs smoothly. Your daily tasks may include making deliveries and/or collections, assisting with vehicle loading/unloading, electrical testing of equipment, stock control, or serving customers at the hire desk. This role involves manual work outdoors in all weather conditions, moving items like fence panels and ground mats manually, and using a pressure washer to clean them. It also includes stocktaking and using computers to record details and prepare information for orders.

What you’ll need:

• Driving licence
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to adapt quickly and support others
• Ability to support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver

What we offer:

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan
• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping across many suppliers
• Green Commute Initiative: cycling work scheme
• Vita – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): free and confidential support and counselling for wellbeing, legal, and financial matters

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements and promote our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative, which is a significant step towards our goal of putting our People First!

Speedy provides a Career Line of Sight, offering a clear understanding of routes to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please note, Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies earlier than the listed date if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend applying promptly if interested. Some roles may require DBS, Credit, or Security Clearance checks. Speedy is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. We consider all applicants regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability. Proof of right to work in the UK is required at the start of employment.