Logistics and Events Support Worker

As a Logistics and Events Support Worker will support the wider service by ensuring they are supplied with any resources they need to undertake events.

You will assist the management team in the administration and organisation of events and courses. This may mean attending events with other members of the team and assisting in the setting up and dismantling of event equipment.

You will ensure the stock of all resources and materials are up-to-date and sufficient to meet the needs of the service. You will ensure that vehicles are checked, in order and available for use.

This is a physically active role, and you will be required to regularly lift and carry resources and equipment that may be heavy.

You will be required to drive, according to policy and procedure, to deliver resources to specific locations, as directed by the Fire and Road Safety Manager or other Prevention Managers., To apply, please follow the links below upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.

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West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role will be subject to 5 years’ worth of referencing, a medical, declaration form and right to work.

West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.

For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran’s Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.

Available documents

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with a range of people to create and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to organise, prioritise and plan own workload to meet deadlines and targets.

• Problem solving skills with the ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues independently.

• Ability to drive safely and considerately in accordance with the Highway Code regulations.

• Experience of organising / coordinating events and providing administrative support.

• Excellent working knowledge of IT, especially Microsoft Office suite.

• Full valid UK driving licence, with confidence and ability to drive a transit van.

• A competitive salary.

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.

• A generous pension scheme.

• Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.

• A strong supportive management team.

• A range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers with the opportunity to save over £1,000. Including: Argos, Samsung, Asos, B&Q and many more.

• Free access to employee assistance programmes.

• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.

• Car benefit scheme.

• A range of commuting and business travel discounts and initiatives

For issues or queries regarding your application please contact hrrecruitment@westsussex.gov.uk.