Logistics Operative - BAE

Vacancy: Logistics Operative  

Location: Blackburn

Salary: £28,095

Working Hours: 08:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday

Benefits: 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview:

Responsible for coordinating the collection and delivery of parcels and goods, ensuring accurate records for tracking, storage, or disposal. Operates forklifts, pallet trucks, vans, and overhead cranes (training provided). Maintains a clean, safe working environment and supports general housekeeping across sites. Delivers professional customer service in person and by phone, and assists with regular stock takes.

What you'll do:

• Coordinate delivery and collection of parcels, packages, goods and other miscellaneous items including recording such items for future use, disposal and/or safe storage
• Confirmation of delivery / receipt of such goods in accordance with written instructions
• Operation of overhead crane – training available
• Demonstrate the safe operation of forklift trucks, electric-reach trucks and hand operated pallet trucks, flatbed trucks, tail-lift vehicles, and vans
• Conduct all work tasks in a safe, secure and clean manner, ensuring that contract and site rules and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Conduct general house-keeping tasks including up-keep of the client facilities, stores, yards and buildings
• Communicate with customers face-to-face and/or over the telephone to ensure a professional and polite service delivery
• Stock taking

Who you'll be:

• B1 & B2 FLT qualifications required
• Banksman
• Reach preferable
• It is highly beneficial for candidates to be able to demonstrate a proven track record in a logistics and customer-facing environment
• An appreciation of health and safety in the workplace would put the candidate at a distinct advantage
• The post holder will be articulate and possess excellent communication skills. They will be able to display an ability to communicate to staff, colleagues and customers at all levels.
• The candidate will be able to demonstrate a capacity to work well within a team and show resilience when working under pressure
• The candidate will be adaptable and flexible and have a customer-focused approach to work
• Candidate must have experience on Microsoft excel and word, and have good IT skill to work on bespoke client systems – training available
• Ability to work closely, within a small, reactive, and flexible team.
• Must hold a full, clean driving licence
• Must pass site security clearance

 At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

Additional Benefits

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression. 
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.