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Depot Assistant / Warehouse Operative & Driver who has excellent customer service, organisational and time-management skills and knowledge of the local road networks is required for a well-established site based in Allscott, Telford, Shropshire, West Midlands.
SALARY: Competitive + Excellent Benefits (see below)
LOCATION:Allscott, Telford, Shropshire, West Midlands
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Annualised Hours, Flexible working required
As with any agricultural business they are dictated by the weather, which means during the busy period you will be required to work more than the core hours, but this may be balanced by working less hours during the quieter periods. Therefore, you will be employed on an annualised hours contract.
PLEASE NOTE:A full manual driving licence is essential
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Depot Assistant / Warehouse Operative & Driver who has excellent customer service, organisational and time-management skills and knowledge of the local road networks.
Working as the Depot Assistant / Warehouse Operative & Driver you will provide essential warehousing and administrative support to both the commercial and local distribution teams.
As the Depot Assistant / Warehouse Operative & Driver your responsibilities include supporting the Depot Supervisor to ensure stock is stored correctly, the site is kept clean and tidy, and goods are delivered promptly.
As a successful candidate you will be highly organised, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to seamless depot operations whilst exceeding customer expectations.
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Depot Assistant / Warehouse Operative & Driver include:
- Load, drive and unload the vehicle within the regulations laid down by BASIS, statute and the Company
- Maintain accurate and timely vehicle records and tachograph charts
- Maintain vehicles in a clean and safe condition, reporting any defects
- Operate a forklift truck safely
- Assist in the maintenance of a safe and efficient storage and distribution operation
- Assist in unloading and moving stock around the depot
- Assist in maintaining the depot in a clean and tidy condition
- Deliver goods promptly and cost effectively
- Assist with customer enquiries, both over the telephone and face to face
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Company is a leading supplier of agronomy advice, seed, crop protection products and precision farming services. Working in partnership with arable, fruit, vegetable, horticultural and amenity sectors, the Company is committed to helping customers manage their businesses more efficiently and more profitably. They are dedicated to the company purpose - releasing agronomic potential.
With roots originating more than 60 years ago, the Company offers a unique blend of local experience, research-based expertise, customer-based knowledge and trusted relationships; practicing values of honesty, integrity and fairness across all aspects of the business.
The Company also embraces care for the wider environment, with an understanding of the important role now played by all those who manage the land, through a range of dedicated initiatives.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Full clean driving licence
- Knowledge of product storage solutions
- Knowledge of local area and appropriate routes
- Knowledge of agrochemicals
- Excellent customer service skills
- IT literate
- Understanding of transport regulations
- Farming / agriculture experience (desirable)
- ADR / CPC licence
- BASIS Storekeeper qualification
- Forklift truck licence
BENEFITS
- Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme
- Annual bonus
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holidays
- Private healthcare
- Pension scheme including salary sacrifice option
- Grocery salary sacrifice
- TELUS Health employee assistance programme
- Bike to work
- Company eye care
- Employee discounts
- Continuous personal development opportunities
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
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