Logistics Operative in Coventry

Salary: Competitive starting salary range from £22,369 up to £23,169 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.

Mode: Full Time, Permanent

Our Mission: Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group's ongoing progress in communities around the world.

This role is based within CU Enterprise Limited, a sister company of Coventry University and part of the Coventry University Group.

The Role: As part of the Campus Logistics team, you will provide an efficient and timely transport and distribution service to the university group. You will be responsible for the movement of heavy goods such as furniture, white goods and stock across the campus in line with manual handling guidelines. The role will also work closely with the post room to support the collection, sorting and delivery of post across the main campus and wider group. This will involve administrative tasks such as sorting and recording post and parcels, liaising with courier service providers and advising the business on the best methods of sending and receiving goods. This role also incorporates a variety of driving duties, including general delivery and collection of items across the campus and group, a chauffeur service to VIP visitors and minibus driving. This will also involve monitoring the maintenance checks and updating of documentation for fleet vehicles and planning routes and timings for required journeys. Due to the nature of this role, the contracted hours are 5 over 7 and will include some weekend duties.

Our Successful Candidate: You will have a good standard of education to GCSE level in English and Maths. An NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance would be advantageous. You will have experience in lifting and moving heavy items within manual handling guidance and experience of having previously used a pallet truck. This role is a customer facing role therefore you will be required to offer an excellent level of customer service and professionalism. You will have experience of driving a variety of vehicles to be able to drive a minibus (up to 16 people) and provide a chauffeur service. You will have knowledge and understanding of basic vehicle checks and keeping required vehicle paperwork up to date.

The Benefits: Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture: As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Closing date: Sunday 4th May