Transport Returns Operative-12 Month FTC

ao.com; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Pension scheme (5%+)

Healthcare Cashback Scheme

Exclusive Staff Discount

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adop

Share-save Scheme

Job summary

AO.com is seeking a Transport Returns Operative to help keep our fleet compliant and support warehouse operations. You will debrief drivers, inspect vehicles on return, and handle documentation to ensure smooth end-of-day processes for our drivers.

The role involves communicating daily routes, reporting safety concerns promptly, and assisting with loading/unloading as needed. A constructive approach to vehicle-related issues is essential.

Qualifications

• An understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Debrief drivers and inspect returning vehicles for compliance and safety.
• Report defects, damages, or safety concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively with drivers regarding daily routes and operational issues.
• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles as needed.
• Manage returns documentation and perform related administrative tasks.
• Update depot performance statistics and contribute to daily reporting.

Skills

Transport legislation

Logistics operations

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About The Role

Join AO-Where Your Career Journey Begins! We're passionate about delivering exceptional service, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Transport Returns Operative, you'll play a vital role in maintaining vehicle compliance, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring a smooth end-of-day process for our drivers.

Salary: £28,255.50 per annum

Hours: 40.25 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off

Start/Finish time: 10.00am - 10:00pm

Job Type: Full time 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Here's what you can expect to be doing

• Debrief drivers and inspect returning vehicles for compliance and safety.
• Report defects, damages, or safety concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively with drivers regarding daily routes and operational issues.
• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles as needed.
• Manage returns documentation and perform related administrative tasks.
• Update depot performance statistics and contribute to daily reporting.

A few things about you

• An understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations is desirable.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to operational challenges.
• Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written).
• Competent use of Microsoft, particularly Excel.
• Confident in addressing vehicle-related concerns with drivers in a constructive manner.

Our B enefits

• 24 days holiday
• At least 5% contribution pension scheme
• Healthcare Cashback Scheme
• Exclusive Staff Discount
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Packages
• Expression of wish service
• Make a difference days (x2 fully paid charity days a year)
• Share-save Scheme

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