Collection Driver / Warehouse Assistant

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Collection Driver / Warehouse Assistant</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Warrington, Cheshire</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">£20,995.48 per annum</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 12pm - 6pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">About us</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">At GFS, we power eCommerce delivery through smart, tech-driven logistics solutions. Our multi-carrier platform gives businesses a simpler, more flexible way to ship, track, and manage parcels across the UK and worldwide. We’re proud to support a wide range of retailers, helping them reach more customers and deliver a seamless experience every time.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">GFS is part of ILG, a leading 3PL (third party logistics provider) specialising in high-quality, people-led order fulfilment, forming part of a wider group capability across fulfilment and delivery services.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated people who want to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused business where their ideas and impact really matter.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">As a Driver / Warehouse Assistant,</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and reliable movement of goods for our customers.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for completing daily collections and deliveries, maintaining vehicle standards, and supporting warehouse operations. Your role is essential in delivering excellent service, ensuring goods are handled safely, and representing GFS professionally at all times.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key responsibilities include</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Completing daily collections from customers and delivering freight to the Warrington depot</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensuring the safe loading and unloading of goods</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Carrying out daily vehicle checks to confirm roadworthiness, including tyres, lights and fluid levels</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of company vehicles</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Communicating proactively with customers regarding delivery or collection updates</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Reporting delays, issues or customer concerns to the Operations Supervisor or support team</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supporting warehouse operations, including unloading incoming deliveries</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Coordinating vehicle servicing and repairs as required</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Building strong working relationships with customers and colleagues</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Promoting the company’s brand values through excellent customer service and professional conduct</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">What we are looking for</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A full, valid driving licence with the ability to drive the required company vehicle</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good understanding of Health & Safety within a working environment</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A self-motivated team player with a proactive, “can-do” attitude</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ability to build positive working relationships with customers and partners</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A calm and organised approach with strong problem-solving skills</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>25 days' holiday, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata)</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Birthday leave</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Pension and Life Assurance</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Range of employee awards</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Employee assistance programme to promote mental health wellbeing</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Enhanced maternity and paternity leave</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Application</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements - We welcome your application and look forward to considering you for this role. Please note the following important requirements for all applicants</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Right to Work in the UK & Basic DBS Check – You must have the legal right to work in the UK (we are not able to sponsor you). If successful, you will also need to pass a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting employment. We use a third-party checking service for each of these, so you will need to provide them with relevant information if offered a role with us.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>References - We reserve the right to request two or more references to cover the past five years of your employment history. Please ensure you can provide accurate contact details for each of your referees.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>English Language – You must be able to work in English; enough to fully understand spoken and written work instructions, follow health and safety guidance and participate in discussions with your manager or colleagues.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you meet the role</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements, as well as the above, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Please be aware we will be considering applications as we receive them and arranging interviews accordingly. Depending on the volume of applications we receive we may close this advert ahead of the advertised closing date.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">For more information about our company or employee benefits, please visit our website</p>