Logistics Operative

Job title:

Logistics Operative

Company

Mitie

Job description

Logistics OperativeAn opportunity to join an experienced, versatile team, delivering first class services to the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory. Anyone previously security cleared are particularly welcome to apply.Position OverviewWe are looking for a full-time, versatile, and enthusiastic Logistics Operative at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. The successful candidate will fulfil a broad range of physical tasks to facilitate day-to-day Stores operations. The range of activities includes re-location of furniture, stores, and equipment between buildings on the site, and support to the wider stores and mail team.The successful candidate will have the professional capability to multi-task when and where needed, as required by the business. Training will be given where required.Main Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and safe service delivery of heavy and light porterage tasks as directed.
• Act as a driver and/or escort to deliver and collect stores/freight as directed.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Escort visitors/contractors when required.
• Deliver a range of stores related tasking, including, handling, processing, stocktaking, and administration of the supply chain account for all stores ranges as required.
• Undertake other tasks as determined by the Mitie Line Manager including emerging requirements as the business need evolves. This could include interoperable support and/or cover for other Mitie personnel such as Mail.
• Actively promote a safe working culture and adhere to the Health and Safety procedures, processes, and the law.

What we are looking forA reliable, trustworthy, competent, and physically fit person with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Confident, self-motivated, and able to use own initiative, highly responsive to company and customer requirements. Pro-active and consistent with the ability to adapt quickly to the different needs of the business and:

• Capability to multi-task when and where needed, as required by the business
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Flexible approach to accommodate changing requirements and priorities
• Good customer facing skills and the ability to develop close working relationships
• Basic IT literacy
• Full/Cat B driving licence (Essential)

Additional InformationMOD security clearance and DBS Standard required. To meet national security vetting requirements, you will normally need to have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years to gain a Counter Terrorist Check, 5 years for Security Clearance and 10 years for Developed Vetting prior to the date of application. All Developed Vetted posts are required to be UK Nationals.Proof of right to work in UK essential.The Contract operates a 37.5 hour working week.Required to wear approved company work wear.About the companyMitie is a business of 77,500 colleagues making us the UK’s leading facilities management company. Mitie’s vision is to work together to deliver the exceptional, every day. It is a commitment we make to our customers day in, day out. We are built on integrity and trust. We always go the extra mile to get the job done.We champion diversity and inclusion and have six employee networks offering supportive spaces for military veterans, parents and carers, LGBTQ+, women, disabled colleagues, and for all races and ethnicities. Mitie has a comprehensive and practical approach to achieving net zero carbon. A wide variety of benefits are available to employees, including additional leave purchase, Give as You Earn, Salary Finance, Save as You Earn, Share Incentive Plan, Cycle to Work, purchase of private medical cover, life cover, technical equipment, childcare vouchers, and more. A reward and recognition scheme is in place and a wide variety of high street discounts are available to claim. There are career pathway opportunities, such as workplace apprenticeships and leadership development programmes, and an offer is made to ‘give back’ to the community during paid time. Please ask more about these benefits at interview.Additional information for internal applicantsPlease ensure that you discuss your application with your current line manager before formally applying. Please note that internal job moves are subject to the standard terms for the post being advertised. Enhanced terms cannot be honoured.

Expected salary

Location

Bristol

Job date

Sat, 04 May 2024 06:55:39 GMT

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