Logistics Operative

*** 5-month fixed term contract until March 2025 with the prospect of review and extension / permanency ***

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: 

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, 5b, £24,936 to £30,686
• Annual incentive related bonus - £1000 maximum Bonus Opportunity for the Performance Year (i.e. from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025).
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution) 
• Development opportunities in line with the Logistics Operative progression plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary 
• A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.  
• Retail savings scheme  
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! 

Location: We have a 5-month Fixed term contract, subject to review in March and the possibility of making a permanent position available for a Logistics Operative at Foxbridge Logistics Centre, Normanton, Wakefield.

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Operative to join the Logistics team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. 

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The The Logistics team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.  

Where you fit in:

As a Logistics Operative within Yorkshire Water, you will be responsible for the coordination of consignments and maintenance packs for onward delivery to site and be expected to understand stock levels of maintenance parts and critical spares to ensure economic levels are maintained.

In this role, you’ll demonstrate relentless drive, energy and determination to deliver sustainable outperformance for Yorkshire Water that rigorously achieves against demanding competitive industry benchmarks.

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate financial awareness when making day to day business decisions and be responsible for the support of the co-ordinated output of the logistics team.

You’ll work closely with the Logistics Team Leader and the Logistics Coordinator providing general administrative support where required as well as training and developing new starters.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Full UK driving licence & Forklift Truck driving licence
• Technical understanding of all asset specifications, particularly pumps.
• Experience of understanding where your role fits within a business plan and then developing ways to deliver the outputs.
• To develop and maintains effective internal and external relationships.
• To influence and drive the right culture and behaviours.
• Clearly demonstrates the Yorkshire Water company values and behaviours.
• Comprehensive knowledge of stock management system and SAP.
• To take ownership of area in terms of supporting and advocating a safe working environment by implementing and adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Manual handling expertise.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Influencing and negotiating ability to be demonstrated internally and externally.
• Good working knowledge of YW corporate systems.
• The ability to work flexibly and deliver results.
• To be highly motivated and with a clearly demonstrated ability to use own initiative and deal with events and the unforeseen.

You will also benefit from having:

• A Class 2 driving licence
• Experience of delivering against challenging business targets. 
• Previous experience gained within a logistics environment.
• The ability to participate in leading team meetings, delivering updates and training where required.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy! 

Do we sound like your cup of tea??? 

If you've got experience in Logistics and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.?? 

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date (November 26th), should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please