Logistics Assistant

Red - Specialist Recruitment; Gourock; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Red - Specialist Recruitment is helping a client in Gourock recruit a Logistics Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, you will support the management, storage and distribution of fleet spares, equipment and materials for vessels.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in logistics or stores, experience in a fast-paced warehouse, a full driving licence and knowledge of spare parts and stock control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in logistics, warehouse or stores.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse or high‑racking facility.
• A full current driving licence.
• Knowledge of spare parts, inventory control and stock management.
• Experience in a technical, engineering, maritime or transport environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise logistics requirements for fleet spares and equipment.
• Receive, store and issue technical parts, consumables and equipment.
• Maintain accurate stock records and locate items correctly.
• Operate computerised stock control systems and support inventory management.
• Assist with stocktaking and ensure compliance with inventory procedures.
• Support sourcing and procurement of spare parts for vessel maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate dispatch/return of equipment for repair.
• Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment as required (training may be provided).
• Maintain maintenance schedules for plant and machinery; ensure vehicles are serviced.
• Support logistics across the company network including travel to ports, vessels and shipyards.
• Promote safe working practices and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Logistics experience

Inventory control

Stock management

Forklift operation

Fleet spares handling

Documentation & records

Job description

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Logistics Assistant to join our client based in Gourock on a 12-month fixed term contract.

Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, the Logistics Assistant will support the efficient management, storage and distribution of fleet spares, equipment and technical materials that are essential to keeping vessels operating safely and reliably.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

• A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a logistics, warehouse or stores environment.
• Experience working within a fast-paced warehouse or high-racking facility.
• A full current driving licence.
• Previous experience and knowledge of spare parts, inventory control and stock management
• Experience within a technical, engineering, maritime or transport environment would be desirable

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assisting in coordinating and prioritising logistics requirements relating to fleet spares and equipment.
• Receiving, storing and issuing technical parts, consumables and operational equipment.
• Maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring all items are correctly identified, located and tracked.
• Operating computerised stock control systems and supporting inventory management activities.
• Assisting with stocktaking programmes and ensuring compliance with company inventory procedures.
• Supporting the sourcing and procurement of spare parts and materials for vessel maintenance, breakdowns and overhaul activities.
• Coordinating the dispatch and return of equipment and components for repair.
• Operating a forklift and other warehouse equipment where required.(company will consider putting candidate through forklift training)
• Maintaining records relating to maintenance schedules for plant, machinery and spare units.
• Ensuring company vehicles are maintained, serviced and operated in accordance with company procedures.
• Supporting logistics activity across the company network, including travel to ports, vessels and shipyards subject to business demands.
• Promoting safe working practices and ensuring compliance with all health and safety procedures.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER

Salary: GBP35,724 plus benefits