At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in warehouse operations, ensuring safe delivery of essential marine safety equipment.
- Company: Join Star International, a leader in marine safety equipment with a strong UK presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 33 days off, a pension scheme, and a yearly bonus.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for travel and professional development.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital team that ensures vessels sail safely across the UK.
- Qualifications: Must be over 21 with a full UK driving licence and a clean criminal record.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Star International are looking to recruit warehouse and distribution assistants in both our Birkenhead and Southampton branches to support our distribution network throughout the UK, supplying vessels at ports by delivering chemicals, gases and lifesaving equipment that our customers need to sail safely. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company that specialises in marine safety equipment. Generous overtime and overnight and subsistence allowances when working away.
The role
- Our warehouse teams carefully prepare deliveries to be shipped either internally or via courier, ensuring our drivers have all the relevant documentation for the goods to be transported and any hazardous goods comply with DGSA standards.
- Responsible for following all processes to ensure COSHH risk assessments are adhered to.
- Monitoring goods in and goods out – handling all products with care and completion of documentation for traceability and compliance.
- Quarantining and checking product for signs of damage and reporting where appropriate.
- Working as part of the network across the UK branches including Falmouth and Glasgow to maintain accurate stock levels and supplies and minimise transport costs and improve efficiencies where possible.
- Working in a safe manner – abiding with all SOP and H&S practices including use of correct PPE where appropriate, driving company vehicles in compliance with company policy, and completing driver checks as per RHA vehicle app.
- Taking receipt of goods inward and ensuring cross reference to purchase order.
- Safe storage and handling of COSHH products in racking systems or storage locations within the warehouse.
This is a hands-on physically demanding role.
The person
- Willing to travel regularly throughout the UK.
- Over 21 with full UK driving licence as travel is a fundamental part of the role and for insurance purposes.
- Clean criminal record – full security checks will be completed due to our client base.
- Full time; Permanent.
Why choose a career with Star International?
- Up to 33 days including bank holidays with accrued service.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Free onsite car parking.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Further opportunities to work in a diverse environment for continued professional development.
- Yearly bonus.
Warehouse & Distribution Assistant – Birkenhead in Glasgow employer: Star International
Star International is an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding career in the marine safety equipment sector. With generous benefits including up to 33 days of leave, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development, employees thrive in a supportive and dynamic work culture. The Birkenhead location offers a collaborative environment where teamwork is essential, and the chance to travel across the UK enhances the role's appeal, making it a fulfilling choice for dedicated individuals.
