Logistics Operative

Mitie; Swanwick CP, Hedge End; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Wellbeing focus

Team environment

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a reliable Logistics Operative at our Swanwick site to coordinate receipt, movement, storage and disposal of goods across multiple locations. You will operate various logistics equipment and support workplace projects, while delivering excellent service to colleagues and customers.

Key requirements include a full, clean UK driving licence and the ability to obtain SC security clearance. A proactive approach to safety and efficiency on site is essential, with full training

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 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.

Skills

Logistics

Customer Service

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Tools

Forklift Licence

Inventory Management

Job description

Location: SwanwickShift: 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

There’s a place for you at Mitie, join us today!