Despatch Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are now recruiting for an experienced Despatch Operator to work out of our Stockyard in Huntingdon.
The role exists to carry out the day to day activities associated with a busy external storage yard. This includes receiving, counting and locating stock using a forklift truck or combi-lift truck. Picking and preparing customer orders accurately ensuring that high levels of quality are maintained. Loading vehicles in drop sequences whilst complying with stringent health and safety requirements.Main Responsibilities
- Work safely and challenge unsafe practices
- Plan the day to optimise output levels
- Pick pipe products in-line with customer expectations
- Communicate effectively
- Drive a counterbalance forklift and side-loader to a high standard
- Maintain stock accuracy by picking accurately and by carrying out PI counts
- Flexibility to work overtime to fulfil customer requirements
Shift Pattern. Monday - Friday 6:00-14:00 and 14:00-18:00
£29,538.94 per annum inc shift allowance
Attendance Bonus: £300 per quarter
Requirements
- A minimum of 6 months forklift experience with a valid licence
- Evidence of picking accuracy
Functional competencies
- Ability to set and work to priorities
- Self-disciplined with the ability to set and maintain high standards
- Motivated to create a safe environment
- Ability to communicate clearly
Benefits
What’s on Offer?
Apart from the opportunity to work with a successful global organisation, we offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including:
- Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional.
- Pension Scheme with employer contributions up to 10%
- Life Assurance- 6x your annual salary
- Income Protection in the event of ill health
- Lifestyle Voucher Scheme, offering competitive savings with high street retailers, Tastecard and Gourmet Society memberships
- Health & Wellbeing support including Help @ Hand, Eyecare, Healthcare cash plan and employee assistance programme
- Cycle2Work scheme
Plus many more...
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Machinery Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Despatch Operator roles across Aliaxis UK's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Machinery Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £29,538 - £29,538 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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