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Job details

Salary

£25,654.36 pa

Basis

Full time

Package

22 Days Annual Plus 8 Bank Holidays

Job description

We are currently looking for a Warehouse Assistant/ Van Driver to join Sovini Trade Supplies, part of The Sovini Group.

Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters – We recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process.

If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.

This position is a permanent opportunity.

As a Warehouse Assistant/ Van Driver, you will be expected to:

• Ensuring all orders are picked, ready for loading on Sovini Trade Supplies vehicles.
• Delivering orders to STS customers in the surrounding area using a van.
• Replenishing stock in the correct warehouse locations, stock receiving purchase orders and stock rotation duties.
• Completing warehousing duties as instructed by Senior Personnel.
• Serving customers via our trade counter service facility.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of all products and materials (i.e. qualities, uses, sizes, quantities, availability etc.) and to understand what items / building materials are required for both Trade & Retail Customer’s needs.
• Operate the BISTRACK system without error and administer all transactions as per
• company guidelines
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Meet appraisal targets and support the delivery and achievement of overall business objectives.
• Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
• Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.

To be successful in a Warehouse Assistant/ Van Driver role, the skills you will need:

• UK driver’s License
• Experience of working within a Building Supplies Industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Self-motivated with enthusiasm, commitment and drive and ability to work under pressure and still produce a high standard of work.
• Ability to work as a member of a fast paced team.
• Ability to be flexible, multi-skilled and willing to go the extra-mile.
• A thorough understanding and strong commitment to Equal Opportunities Policy issues, demonstrating a commitment to working effectively with an Equal Opportunities Framework.
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email.
• To demonstrate The Sovini Group’s values in your day to day job role – Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise.

Experience or Knowledge of the below would be advantageous but not essential:

• Valid counterbalance FLT license
• Experience of driving delivery vans, multi-drop deliveries and delivering bulky materials to customers.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to transportation.

So if you are looking for a Warehouse Assistant/ Van Driver role with:

• Competitive salary – £25,654.36
• 40 Hours per week (Monday-Friday).
• 22 days holiday increasing with service.
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Career development opportunities.
• Corporate discount scheme.
• Staff well-being and ‘feel-good’ programme.

Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted.

Closing date – 29th June 2025

Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants have applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application.

Salary: £14.87 per hour, rising to £15.47 after 12 months

G4S (now part of Allied Universal) is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain’s top Employers. Our Cash Management Solutions business has expertise in secure logistics and payment services including cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre outsourcing, secure storage and retrieval and merchant services.

As an employee of G4S Cash Solutions, each role will have specific responsibilities for the identification, management and control of risk in order to safeguard the business, staff, customers, assets and reputation. Every G4S employee has a role to play in understanding and supporting the business in embedding effective risk management controls and assurance and will be integral to the effectiveness and success of G4S.

Main Purpose of Job

To join G4S Cash Solutions you’ll need to be more than just a Driver. You’ll also need to be dependable, punctual, good with customers, colleagues and the public and have a flexible approach to working hours (including weekends and bank holidays), being happy to adapt plans to meet changing circumstances.

Join G4S as a Driver in Manchester and you will become part of a well-trained, tight knit team providing an essential, cash transportation service to the local community. All you need to have is a valid UK driving licence and the qualities outlined above. We’ll provide the training and support to prepare you for a great, long-term driving career with an industry leading company. You will also earn a great salary and excellent benefits.

G4S is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain’s top Employers. Our Cash Solutions business has expertise in cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre secure storage. As a G4S Delivery Driver in our cash transportation team, you will be at the very heart of our operation. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver and collect cash and other valuable items to and from customer premises and you will need to be confident working to stringent procedures designed to ensure that our service remains superior, and that our customer requirements are met with optimum efficiency.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

The Role

You will join a team of specialist Delivery Drivers and be responsible for making scheduled deliveries and collections, within specified time windows, ensuring all work is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with your trip sheet. It’s important that you maintain good, safe and courteous driving behaviour and present a professional appearance by always wearing the company uniform and the relevant safety equipment provided. Our Delivery Driver must always be polite and courteous to customers and members of the public at all times. and wear the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided. You’ll also:

• Carry out vehicle checks and report any security and/or mechanical defects and follow procedures properly in the event of an emergency or a criminal attack.
• Check consignments and ensure accuracy and efficient loading/unloading at branches and other secure areas.
• Undertake training to develop, learn and progress.
• Undertake other duties that may reasonably be assigned to you by your line manager or the business.

We are currently recruiting for:

ATM Drivers – hours varied between 1600-0200 (plus Night Allowance if applicable).

This role profile will be subject to change in accordance with departmental developments and the job holder’s expertise.
Pay starts at £14.87 per hour, rising to £15.17 after 6 months, rising to £15.47 after 12 months (plus night allowance if applicable)

Person Specification

So what makes a successful Delivery Driver?

To succeed as a G4S Delivery Driver you will need to hold a valid UK driver’s licence and be confident when communicating with customers and colleagues in both written and spoken English. An appropriate level of numeracy is also very important, and you will be adept following specific procedures and instructions and be able to work to tight deadlines. We ideally seek:

• Previous experience in a driving role would be extremely beneficial but is not essential, as would experience using IT and computer systems.
• You must be continuously focused on providing a top notch service to our customers by being efficient, flexible and at all times security conscious.
• You’ll need to be physically fit, as the role involves lifting and transporting heavy items. You will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner.

In addition to a culture that believes in promoting from within, we offer up to five weeks paid holiday and paid overtime, as well as the following benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible working policies
• Free uniform
• We Care – providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing
• HSF – Health Cash Plans
• Corporate perks and discounts (Perks @ Work and Home)
• Payroll Giving
• Health Checks
• Training and Development Opportunities (inc Apprenticeships in England).

We also have some specific security criteria that you will need to meet:

• You must be able to pass a criminal record check as well as a personal credit and ID check.
• You’ll need to provide 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history that we can check and verify.
• You will need to be prepared to undergo airport style searches when entering and leaving our premises and be comfortable working within a secure warehouse environment.
• An SIA licence would be beneficial.

This role will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner. We will provide all the training and support to help you to progress as a key member of our world-class team.

G4S Cash Solutions (UK) Ltd is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employee’s feel respected and able to give their best and is proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.21 per hour

We’re hiring full-time drivers to join our team at FedEx in Ramsbottom.

What you’ll get:

• Optimized Routes: We provide a Route Optimiser system to make your deliveries and collections easier and more efficient.
• Competitive Pay: Earn from £12.21, with pay negotiable based on your experience.
• Driving Bonuses: Get rewarded for safe and economical driving with a bonus.
• Drop Bonus: Additional payments when you exceed the base number of deliveries.

What we’re looking for:

• A reliable, hard-working individual with a full UK driving licence.
• Someone ready for a permanent, full-time role.
• You must provide a contact telephone number for further communication.

Why choose us?

• Job Security: This is a permanent position with opportunities for growth.
• Supportive Environment: We aim to make your job easier with route planning and additional benefits.
• Bonuses and Allowances: On top of your wages, you’ll benefit from performance-related bonuses and help with travel expenses.

If you’re looking for a stable, well-paid driving job with a company that values its drivers, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Location: Manchester |

Salary: £14.87 per hour, rising to £15.47 after 12 months |

Reference: Job Req ID 5849 |

Business Unit: Cash Centres and Hubs

G4S (now part of Allied Universal) is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain’s top Employers. Our Cash Management Solutions business has expertise in secure logistics and payment services including cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre outsourcing, secure storage and retrieval and merchant services.

As an employee of G4S Cash Solutions, each role will have specific responsibilities for the identification, management and control of risk in order to safeguard the business, staff, customers, assets and reputation. Every G4S employee has a role to play in understanding and supporting the business in embedding effective risk management controls and assurance and will be integral to the effectiveness and success of G4S.

Main Purpose of Job

To join G4S Cash Solutions you’ll need to be more than just a Driver. You’ll also need to be dependable, punctual, good with customers, colleagues and the public and have a flexible approach to working hours (including weekends and bank holidays), being happy to adapt plans to meet changing circumstances.

Join G4S as a Driver in Manchester and you will become part of a well-trained, tight knit team providing an essential, cash transportation service to the local community. All you need to have is a valid UK driving license and the qualities outlined above. We’ll provide the training and support to prepare you for a great, long-term driving career with an industry leading company. You will also earn a great salary and excellent benefits.

G4S is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain’s top Employers. Our Cash Solutions business has expertise in cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre secure storage. As a G4S Delivery Driver in our cash transportation team, you will be at the very heart of our operation. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver and collect cash and other valuable items to and from customer premises and you will need to be confident working to stringent procedures designed to ensure that our service remains superior, and that our customer requirements are met with optimum efficiency.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

The Role

You will join a team of specialist Delivery Drivers and be responsible for making scheduled deliveries and collections, within specified time windows, ensuring all work is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with your trip sheet. It’s important that you maintain good, safe and courteous driving behaviour and present a professional appearance by always wearing the company uniform and the relevant safety equipment provided. Our Delivery Driver must always be polite and courteous to customers and members of the public at all times. and wear the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided. You’ll also:

• Carry out vehicle checks and report any security and/or mechanical defects and follow procedures properly in the event of an emergency or a criminal attack.
• Check consignments and ensure accuracy and efficient loading/unloading at branches and other secure areas.
• Undertake training to develop, learn and progress.
• Undertake other duties that may reasonably be assigned to you by your line manager or the business.

We are currently recruiting for:

CIT Drivers – hours varied between 0600-1900

ATM Drivers – hours varied between 1600-0200 (plus Night Allowance if applicable).

This role profile will be subject to change in accordance with departmental developments and the job holder’s expertise.
Pay starts at £14.87 per hour, rising to £15.17 after 6 months, rising to £15.47 after 12 months (plus night allowance if applicable)

Person Specification

So what makes a successful Delivery Driver?

To succeed as a G4S Delivery Driver you will need to hold a valid UK driver’s licence and be confident when communicating with customers and colleagues in both written and spoken English. An appropriate level of numeracy is also very important, and you will be adept following specific procedures and instructions and be able to work to tight deadlines. We ideally seek:

• Previous experience in a driving role would be extremely beneficial but is not essential, as would experience using IT and computer systems.
• You must be continuously focused on providing a top notch service to our customers by being efficient, flexible and at all times security conscious.
• You’ll need to be physically fit, as the role involves lifting and transporting heavy items. You will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner.

In addition to a culture that believes in promoting from within, we offer up to five weeks paid holiday and paid overtime, as well as the following benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible working policies
• Free uniform
• We Care – providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing
• HSF – Health Cash Plans
• Corporate perks and discounts (Perks @ Work and Home)
• Payroll Giving
• Health Checks
• Training and Development Opportunities (inc Apprenticeships in England).

We also have some specific security criteria that you will need to meet:

• You must be able to pass a criminal record check as well as a personal credit and ID check.
• You’ll need to provide 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history that we can check and verify.
• You will need to be prepared to undergo airport style searches when entering and leaving our premises and be comfortable working within a secure warehouse environment.
• An SIA licence would be beneficial.

This role will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner. We will provide all the training and support to help you to progress as a key member of our world-class team.