Goods Inwards / Driver

Kearsley Airways Ltd; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Uniform/PPE provided

Employee assistance and wellbeing

Job summary

Kearsley Airways Ltd is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics operative to ensure efficient receipt, inspection, storage and delivery of goods, combining warehouse duties with driving responsibilities.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager / Operations Manager, you will uphold safety, accuracy and customer service while supporting stock control, route planning and paperwork across daily operations.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving licence appropriate for company vehicles.
• Previous warehouse or goods inwards experience.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills for stock and delivery records.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving goods safely.
• FLT licence is desirable.
• Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Experience from multi-drop deliveries is advantageous.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries, verify goods against orders and notes.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage or discrepancies and report issues.
• Record goods received in the warehouse management system.
• Label, store, and organise products in designated locations.
• Carry out driving duties: load, transport, and deliver goods.
• Plan routes, obtain proof of delivery, and complete paperwork.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and keep vehicles clean and safe.
• Assist with stock counts, picking, packing, and loading/unloading.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Driving licence

Warehouse experience

Organisation & time management

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Basic computer skills

Physical fitness

Tools

FLT licence

Warehouse management systems

Multi-drop delivery experience

Inventory control procedures

Job description

Department

Warehouse & Logistics

Reports To

Warehouse Manager / Operations Manager

Job Purpose

To ensure the efficient receipt, inspection, storage, and delivery of goods while maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and customer service. The role combines warehouse duties with vehicle driving responsibilities to support daily business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Goods Inwards

• Receive deliveries from suppliers and verify goods against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report any issues promptly.
• Accurately record goods received using the company's inventory or warehouse management system.
• Label and store products in designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe goods inwards area.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control activities.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and filed correctly.

Driving Duties

• Safely load, transport, and deliver goods to customers, suppliers, or company sites.
• Plan delivery routes to maximise efficiency.
• Obtain proof of delivery and ensure all paperwork is completed accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects immediately.
• Keep company vehicles clean, roadworthy, and compliant with legal requirements.
• Adhere to all road traffic laws and company driving policies.

General Warehouse Duties

• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders when required.
• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely (subject to training and authorisation).
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Support colleagues and perform other warehouse duties as required.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Full, clean driving licence (appropriate licence category for company vehicles).
• Previous warehouse or goods inwards experience.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills for stock and delivery records.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving goods safely.

Desirable

• Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
• Experience using warehouse management systems.
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual.
• Honest and trustworthy.
• Customer-focused.
• Flexible and willing to assist across departments.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Hours

Hours as agreed, with flexibility to work overtime when business needs require.

Salary

Competitive, dependent on experience.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Holiday entitlement
• Training and development opportunities
• Uniform/PPE provided (where applicable)
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support (where applicable)