Logistics Operative

Serco; Carterton; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics support company in the UK is seeking a Logistics Operative in Carterton. In this physical role, you will manage the distribution and stock control of materials supporting the RAF. Candidates must have a driving license and supply-chain experience. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including training opportunities and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Contributory pension scheme up to 6%

24 days annual leave

Wide range of internal training courses

Health and wellbeing programs

Employee discounts across retailers

Qualifications

• Must possess a Full UK Cat C1 driving licence.
• Candidates must pass a colour perception test before appointment.
• Experience in a supply-chain or logistics environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Issue and record receipts to unit sections.
• Receive receipts from external contractors and unit sections.
• Storekeeping and management of stock.

Skills

Supply-chain experience

Team collaboration

Customer service focus

Basic IT skills

Forklift operation (desirable)

Education

Full UK Cat C1 driving licence

Colour perception test

Tools

Material handling equipment (CB forklifts)

Job description

Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3LX

Permanent | Full Time | £24,650 Per Annum Plus Benefits

Are you interested in working and exploring the opportunities in Logistics supporting the RAF and MOD? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Logistics team as a Logistics Operative. You will play a vital role in the logistical support of the Royal Air Force, helping to fulfil its operational and peacetime obligations. Within this physically demanding role, you will be responsible for the distribution, handling and stock control of materials, helping to sustain a modern Whole Force team. You will work alongside Serco and RAF colleagues to achieve the daily operational output within the storage and warehouse areas as well as in an office environment and out delivering stock around the base.

Main Accountabilities

• Issue and record receipts to unit sections.
• Receive receipts from external contractors and unit sections.
• General housekeeping.
• Storekeeping and day‑to‑day management of stock.
• Operation of material handling equipment (CB forklifts).

What You’ll Need To Do The Role

• Full UK Cat C1 driving licence.
• Colour perception test for driving on the airfield.
• Experience in a supply‑chain or logistics environment.
• Must be a team player with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.
• Basic IT skills would be an advantage.
• Forklift licence (desirable but not essential as training will be provided).

This role also requires flexibility to attend off‑site training when required, and the ability to attend, and pass training on or off‑site.

Due to the nature of this role, all candidates will have to pass SC Vetting as part of their onboarding and provide a pass for a colour perception test before appointment.

What We Offer

• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 24 days annual leave.
• Training and development: Wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax‑free through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

To discover more about our careers in Defence, meet our team, and to find out more about what we offer, please follow this link. We’re also a signatory of the UK Government’s Women in Defence Charter, to find out more please click here.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

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