Transport Returns Operative

ao.com; Crawley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Crawley is seeking a Transport Returns Operative to ensure vehicles comply with transport legislation and assist with the loading operation. You will communicate with drivers, report issues, and handle admin duties. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and a basic understanding of logistics operations. Competitive salary of £13.00 per hour and benefits including employee discounts, 24 days holiday, and enhanced family leave packages are offered.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Exclusive Staff Discount

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Packages

Make a difference day (x2 fully paid charity days a year)

Exclusive ticket access to AO Arena, Sales Sharks, and Manchester Thunder

Qualifications

• An understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations is desirable.
• React to problems promptly.
• Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written).
• Competent use of Microsoft, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Report any defects, damages, or safety issues.
• Communicate with Drivers regarding the daily runs and any issues that may occur.
• Assist with loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Download returns sheets and some other admin duties.
• Update Daily statistics regarding the depot.

Skills

Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written)

Understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations

Competent use of Microsoft, particularly Excel

Job description

AO - The Ultimate Destination for Your Career!

Our Transport Returns Operatives are essential to our success, ensuring vehicles comply with transport legislation and supporting the loading operation. They’re at the forefront, delivering exceptional service to guarantee customer satisfaction.

• Salary: £13.00 per hour
• Hours: 40.25 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Rotational shift pattern)
• Start/Finish time: 10.00am - 10:00pm

Here's What You Can Expect To Be Doing

• Report any defects, damages, or safety issues.
• Communicate with Drivers regarding the daily runs and any issues that may occur.
• Assist with loading and unloading of vehicles
• Download returns sheets and some other admin duties.
• Update Daily statistics regarding the depot.

A Few Things About You

• An understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations is desirable.
• React to problems promptly.
• Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written).
• Competent use of Microsoft, particularly Excel.
• Be confident to challenge vehicle issues with our drivers.

A Bit About Us

A fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning company. With Favourable shift patterns to allow an excellent work life balance. We offer great internal development opportunities, Employee discount along with a growing list of other perks including simply health and a pension plan.

• 24 days holiday
• Exclusive Staff Discount
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Packages
• Make a difference day (x2 fully paid charity days a year)
• Gain exclusive ticket access to AO Arena, Sales Sharks, and Manchester Thunder.

To see all our benefits and perks, visit our AO Benefits page.