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Despatch Operative / Shunter Driver

  • Location

    Newark on Trent

  • Sector:

    Industrial

  • Job type:

    Temporary

  • Salary:

    £14.28 - 14.28 per hour

  • Contact:

    Jenna Blades

  • Contact email:

    jenna.blades@ambitionspersonnel.com

  • Contact phone:

    01636 611320

  • Job ref:

    JB/AMB05

  • Published:

    6 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-05-21

Despatch Operative
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rate: £14.28 per hour

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Despatch Operative to work on the outskirts on Newark, must have own transport due to location. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity within a fast-paced environment.

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday
  • Standard shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
  • Training period (first 2 weeks approx.): 6:00am – 2:00pm

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently manage the dispatch of goods from site
  • Load and unload vehicles in line with operational requirements
  • Operate shunter vehicles to move trailers within the yard
  • Use FLT counterbalance to handle materials and products
  • Ensure all dispatch documentation is completed accurately
  • Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times
  • Work collaboratively with the operations and planning teams

Requirements

  • Valid Shunter licence and proven experience
  • Valid FLT Counterbalance licence
  • Previous experience in a dispatch, warehouse, or logistics environment preferred
  • Strong awareness of health and safety practices
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Additional Information

  • This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with the potential for a permanent role following a successful probation period
  • Candidates must provide valid certification for shunter and FLT licences upon application

This role would suit someone with a shunter driver licence, FLT Counterbalance, warehouse, logistics, health and saftey and meeting deadlines. 

To apply please call Jenna on 01636 611320 or email your CV to jenna.blades@ambitionspersonnel.com

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