Warehouse Assistant Driver

Crisis UK; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity in London is seeking a Warehouse and Driver Assistant to maintain a safe warehouse, oversee deliveries, and support volunteers during events. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehousing, delivery driving, and effective communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary along with various employee benefits, including flexible working hours and annual leave enhancements.

Benefits

Interest-free travel loans

8.5% employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave

Enhanced parental pay

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing, delivery driving, logistics, event management, or production.
• Effective communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
• Comfortable driving various vehicle sizes in London up to a Luton van.
• Problem-solving skills and basic mental arithmetic ability.

Responsibilities

• Support the Warehouse & Facilities Manager in maintaining a safe working environment.
• Oversee the collection and delivery of donated food and equipment.
• Organize outgoing stock for the Christmas event.
• Supervise large groups of corporate volunteers.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Delivery driving

Logistics

Event management

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Job description

The Warehouse and Driver Assistant at Crisis is a varied and fulfilling role. You will work with the Warehouse & Facilities Manager to ensure a safe and tidy working environment at the Crisis Warehouse. In collaboration with the Resourcing Team, you will oversee the collection and delivery of donated and resourced food and equipment needed for the Christmas event. You shall act as key support to the Warehouse Manager in organising outgoing stock for the Christmas event and ensuring an accurate stock take afterward. The role acts as a key contact point and support for teams of volunteers in the warehouse, including supervising large groups of corporate volunteers, to ensure smooth operations.

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Requirements:

• Experience in warehousing, delivery driving, logistics, event management, or production.
• Effective communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
• Comfortable driving in London, including various vehicle sizes up to a Luton van with a tailgate.
• Problem-solving skills and basic mental arithmetic ability.

About Crisis:

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on a 10-year strategy to end homelessness. Our values—Bold, Impactful, Collaborative, and Equitable—are central to our work.

Our staff, members, and volunteers are vital to influencing policy, providing services, and building community. We promote a positive, ambitious workplace committed to ending homelessness. Joining us offers benefits such as:

• A fixed, competitive salary (no negotiations at offer stage).
• Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, cycling to work, and tenancy deposits.
• An 8.5% employer contribution pension scheme.
• 28 days' annual leave (pro-rata), increasing with service, with options to purchase additional days.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Wellbeing Leave for flexible use.
• And more (full benefits list on our website).

We support your ongoing development and offer participation in staff diversity networks to foster an inclusive environment.