Logistics Support Operative

at  Sodexo

Job Introduction
As a Logistics Support Operative at Sodexo at Merville Barracks, Colchester, Circular Road South, Colchester you’ll be responsible for maintaining the logistical support of site, no two days will be the same! You’ll ensure requested tasks by the client are completed within a timely manner whilst maintaining great customer service. This role is client facing, and you’ll interact with our Armed forces personnel every day, improving quality of life for all that you meet. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Support the Warehouse Storekeepers on a daily basis
• Manual handling loads from vehicles or within the warehouses detailed by Line Manager within the area of responsibility
• Ensure serviceability of Defence Accommodation Stores (DAS) furniture.
• To operate forklift (once trained)
• To Operate pallet trucks (once trained)
• Drive Sodexo vehicles and comply with Sodexo’s driving policy and regulations.
• To check vehicles daily and complete daily vehicle paperwork, maintain vehicle serviceability, all damages are reported to the Line Manager and the vehicle is to be kept clean and tidy at all times.
• To deliver service excellence and outstanding customer service.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplie