Logistics officer

BOC Limited; Uttoxeter; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Paid leave

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

BOC Limited, a Linde company, is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Operator in the UK to coordinate domestic and international shipments, handle documentation, and ensure safety. The role requires forklift operation, accuracy in transport and customs docs, and close collaboration with the DGSA.

You will manage goods inward/outward, maintain stock of packaging materials, and uphold a safe warehouse environment while liaising with providers for air, sea and road transport across sites.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, verbal and written, for day-to-day team coordination.
• Organised and able to work alone or with others in a team.
• IT literate with MS Word/Excel and bespoke systems.
• Forklift truck license is essential.
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred.
• Awareness of manual handling safety and ADR/IATA basics advised.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international logistics, including gas samples and cylinders.
• Liaise with approved providers for air, sea and road transport.
• Prepare and manage transport, customs, export and dangerous goods docs.
• Work with the DGSA to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Package, label, palletise and dispatch consignments per safety standards.
• Manage goods inward/outward: receiving, inspecting, storing and dispatching.
• Operate forklifts and other handling equipment safely across sites.
• Maintain a safe, organised warehouse and monitor stock of packaging materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Forklift license

Warehouse experience

Manual handling

Job description

• In this role, you will coordinate all domestic and international logistics activities, including the shipment and collection of gas samples and calibration gas cylinders
• You will liaise with approved logistics providers to arrange the transportation of goods by air, sea, and road
• You will prepare and manage transport, customs, export, and dangerous goods documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations
• As well as this, you will work closely with the Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) to ensure adherence to current legislation and transport requirements
• You will prepare, package, label, palletise, and dispatch consignments in line with applicable transport and safety standards
• You will manage goods inward and outward processes, including receiving, inspecting, storing, and dispatching products
• In this role, you will operate forklifts and other mechanical handling equipment to load, unload, and move goods safely across sites
• You will help maintain a safe, organised warehouse environment and monitor stock levels of packaging and palletisation materials

What makes you great

• You should possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required for dealing on a regular one-to-one basis with members of your team and other stakeholders
• You will have sound organisational ability with the capacity to work individually or within the team
• You will be IT literate and have the adaptability to use bespoke software systems, Microsoft Word and Excel and database software.
• Fork lift truck license
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience
• Appreciation of manual handling
• Knowledge of transport ofdangerous goods, in accordance with ADR and IATA regulations would be anadvantage however training will be provided

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.
At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with pension and life assurance as standard.
• In addition, we offer generous paid leave and a range of other flexible leave benefits, so that you have time to do the things you enjoy.
• Our recognition & reward platform celebrates great work and special moments, as well as providing a hub for health and well-being benefits, including a wide selection of savings and offers at well-known retailers.
• Grow to be your best and drive your career with the training and development opportunities we offer.

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

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BOC Limited, a Linde company acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.