Bendi Driver

At Metro Supply Chain UK, we're big enough to offer exciting opportunities and long-term stability, but small enough for every individual to make a difference. With approximately 300 colleagues across our sites in Suffolk, Norfolk, Bedford and Wales, we've built a reputation for delivering flexible warehousing and logistics solutions while maintaining the family-business values we were founded on.

Metro Supply Chain UK are looking for a Bendi/VNA driver to join our team in Bedford. It is essential that candidates have an existing Bendi licence, or if not then VNA and Reach licences. These can be in-house, as we would convert them. Candidates who do not have any of these licences will be unsuccessful. The hours for this role are 6:00am – 2:30pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organise tasks in a safe and orderly manner.
• Work at a timely pace to ensure each task is completed in order to meet the client’s requirements.
• Keep the warehouse tidy and organised.
• Assist in other areas of business as required.
• Support other members of staff in the operation.
• Operate MHE safely and effectively according to requirements.
• Unload goods in.
• Check in goods.
• Put away products keeping the warehouse.
• Pick products as per customer orders.
• Check orders, ensuring accuracy.
• Pack orders to ensure safety in delivery.
• Load deliveries.
• Undertake any other duties as may be required.
• Complete warehouse documentation as required.
• Report all damages, breakages, issues and H&S near misses or accidents.
• Develop strong relationships with all Metro Supply Chain personnel.
• Be aware of our business goals and support them.
• Maintain good relationships with all customers, suppliers, working efficiently together.
• Communicate with Customers in a positive and professional manner.
• Develop an understanding of the products you are handling.
• Work on own initiative within the deadline as set by the customers’ & business requirements.
• Occasionally may be asked to help support other staff members where their knowledge or skills are more limited.

Health and Safety:

• Without compromise maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Report any hazards in the workplace to management immediately.
• Complete all training provided in a timely manner.
• Follow all laws and policies applicable.

Customer Service and Our Way Culture:

• As a team member, work collaboratively with Metro employees in a team-oriented environment.
• Have an exceptional customer service attitude.
• Look for ways to say “Yes” to the customer (internal and external).
• Promote and support social initiatives driven by other team members.
• Follow established processes and, where applicable, help achieve customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Bring a continuous commitment to your quality of work.
• Be approachable and show a positive interpersonal style.
• Maintain open honest relationships.

EXPERIENCE:

• Licenced bendi/VNA licence is essential, with experience in warehousing before.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• The ability to prioritise tasks, making sure we keep the customer at the core of what we do.

Why Join Us:

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority.
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company.
• Company sponsored social events.
• Community volunteering.
• Death in Service.
• Medical Cover.
• BUPA Cashplan.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.