Despatch Operative

Foyle Gloucester is seeking a Despatch Operative to be based at our Cinderford site in the Forest of Dean. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest Red Meat processing Companies in the UK and Ireland.

The successful candidate will be part of a busy despatch team, supporting the day to day running of the Despatch Department, contributing to ensuring that the appropriate documentation is completed and will also assist in ensuring that strict deadlines are met whilst complying with customer specifications, meat quality, hygiene standards and health and safety requirements.

Essential Criteria:

Previous experience of using Counterbalance FLT, Reach FLT and Shunt vehicle training to update these licences can be provided

Ability to cope with manual handling tasks

A good communicator who takes pride in their work and takes a team-orientated approach to working within a busy environment

Ability to work on own initiative

Ability to work within health and safety guidelines

Flexible approach to working hours

Desirable Criteria:

Previous experience of working in a despatch environment

Food hygiene qualification

Willing to undergo Shunter training, this would require a driving licence

To apply:

If you believe you have the relevant qualifications / experience / passion and drive to make a success of this position, please do not hesitate to apply.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 19 November2024 at 10:00.

The Company reserves the right to extend the selection criteria to facilitate shortlisting. This vacancy may close early, and interviews undertaken prior to the closing date this will be dependent on applications received.

Candidates applying for this position need to have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered for this role.