Logistics operative

Mitie Group plc.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a reliable Logistics Operative at our Swanwick site to coordinate receipt, movement, storage and disposal of goods across our facilities. The role involves operating forklifts and other equipment, maintaining accurate records and supporting workplace teams.

You will need a full UK driving licence, the ability to obtain SC clearance, and a proactive, safety-conscious approach. Working Monday to Friday, 40 hours, you’ll contribute to service excellence and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC Security Clearance.
• Understanding of safe working practices, manual handling requirements and health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receipt, distribution, storage and disposal of parcels, equipment and other goods across multiple locations.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections and stored items, ensuring audit, security and compliance requirements are met.
• Safely operate logistics equipment and vehicles, including forklift trucks, pallet trucks, flatbed trucks and tail-lift vehicles, following the appropriate training.
• Support furniture moves, workplace projects, housekeeping activities and other operational requirements across the sites.
• Provide excellent customer service when working with colleagues, customers, suppliers and service providers.

Skills

Driving licence

SC clearance

Health & safety

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Location: Swanwick
Shift: 40 Hours, Monday to Friday

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a reliable and organised Logistics Operative to coordinate the receipt, movement, storage and disposal of goods across our Swanwick site, while supporting the wider Workplace and Facilities Management teams.

Role Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receipt, distribution, collection, storage and disposal of parcels, equipment and other goods across multiple locations.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections and stored items, ensuring audit, security and compliance requirements are met.
• Safely operate logistics equipment and vehicles, including forklift trucks, pallet trucks, flatbed trucks and tail-lift vehicles, following the appropriate training.
• Support furniture moves, workplace projects, housekeeping activities and other operational requirements across the sites.
• Provide excellent customer service when working with colleagues, customers, suppliers and service providers.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role:

• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC Security Clearance.
• Understanding of safe working practices, manual handling requirements and health and safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within logistics, distribution, facilities management, workplace services or a customer-facing operational environment.
• A proactive, flexible and reliable approach, with the ability to work across the Hedge End and Swanwick sites.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the confidence to work with customers and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking individual responsibility for completing tasks accurately and safely.
• A forklift truck licence, material handling certification or knowledge of inventory and asset management processes would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within Mitie
• The chance to work on a high‑profile, safety‑critical contract
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and collaboration