Total 14 Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1QH

Challenge-trg are recruiting Class 1 HGV Drivers for our client based in Bracknell RG12 1QS.

We are recruiting to cover Mon-Fri shift patterns for telephone communication deliveries.

There are various start times available.

Job Role

This will be store deliveries to telephone communication sites and stores.

you will be required to use a hand held scanning terminal to scan labels on cages, pallets etc - training will be given.

There will be alot of hand balling on most items for the class 2 work

mixture of cages and boxes.

There will be a full days assessment you will be required to attend.

Rotas available

Monday to Friday

Rates

Days £18.76

Overtime £25.58

What the HGV Class 2 driver can expect:

Weekly Pay

Guaranteed minimum shift payment of 8 hours

Hourly Pay

24-hour assistance night operation team

The Requirements from the HGV Class 1 Driver

• A full Class 1 HGV Licence held for Min 2 years required
• A valid Drivers CPC Card
• A digital tachograph card
• A full understanding of WTD legislation
• Reliable and excellent time keeping
• Flexible with start times & working days

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Overview
Job Role: Collection and Delivery Driver
Hours: Friday - Monday
Salary: £13.02 per hour
In order to be considered for this role you must live within a SL postcode.

Why BCA?

Constellation Automotive Group is the largest vertically integrated digital car marketplace in Europe, combining the leading digital brands across the segments of consumer to business, business to business and business to consumer. Our leading automotive brands include webuyanycar, cinch, Marshall and BCA.

Backed up by industry leading technology we have a nationwide team of logistics and inspection professionals and offer a full range of integrated services to support our customers through the entire fleet management process.

The role

If you love cars, driving and have a sense of adventure, this could be the role for you. .

As a Collection and Delivery Driver you will be based from home/nearest WEBUYANYCAR site and will be collecting and delivering vehicles from sites on a daily basis.

You will be working within a team of drivers using a runner vehicle to get you to your jobs. Minimum use of public transport but if required all expenses will be covered by us.

You will typically be working 40 hours per week between the hours of 7am-7pm. However, you are paid from the moment you leave the house until you get home.

You will receive a full company induction via our in-house dedicated Driver Training Programme, all equipment provided along with fuel cards and company credit cards for travel expensive. We also have a dedicated team for WEBUYANYCAR drivers to provide day to day driver support.

The Benefits


Stakeholder pension scheme
Fuel card and credit card for business expenses
Discounted rates for buying and selling vehicles for yourself, family and friends
Exclusive employee friends and family discount to purchase a vehicle from cinch
Online employee Wellbeing Centre, eye care and Flu Vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential counselling services
Huge range of retail and lifestyle discounts and cashback rewards


What we look for in you


Right to work in the UK
Held a Full UK Licence for more than 2 years, with 9 or less points
A ‘can-do’ attitude for this hands-on, physical role where no two days are the same!
Organised
Punctual with great time management skills
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to work alone or within a team
MUST live within a SL postcode


Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.02 per hour

Benefits:


Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking
Referral programme
Sick pay
Store discount


Schedule:

This role is to work for a market leader in their specialism, supplying major customers in the UK and internationally, exporting their goods to more than 40 countries around the world.

My client requires someone to join their forward-thinking and team-orientated company.

This is a full-time, office-based role in Reading, Berkshire.
Key Skills Required

• Export experience
  Of working with hazardous chemicals would be an advantage (majority of customers are outside the UK)
• Experience of coordinating a sales team and building relationships with customers
• Strong effective communicator
• Ability to continuously improve processes
• Represent the sales department at management meetings Representing input across the company
• Highly developed teamwork skills
• Ability to lead in an environment of constant change
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Enjoy a fast-paced working environment
• Comfortable working with an ERP system (Sage 200 beneficial but not essential)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Processing sales orders and liaising with customers from placement of order through to delivery
• Working with our production manager to plan the production schedule based on the lead times for customer orders
• Organising the logistics for the shipment of finished goods to customers
• Working with our onsite laboratory packaging samples and arranging shipment to customers
• Building relationships with customers as most of our business is repeat business
• Customer liaison and troubleshooting
• Building relationships with logistics companies and negotiating the most favourable terms
• Providing sales projection figures for the COO and MD to help with forecasting / production planning
• One direct report
• Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer

This is a full-time, office-based role.Working hours / days : 9am - 5pm with half an hour lunch break Monday to FridayHoliday: 23-day holiday plus statutory Bank HolidaysPension: Company pension after successful completion of probation periodProbation: 3 month probation periodSalary: £38,000 -£45,000 Dependent on experience, qualifications and skill set



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Job title: Delivery Driver (self-employed)
Pay rate: From £108 per day
Shifts: Flexible shifts - working up to 6 days per week (9 hrs per day)
Location: Reading RG7 4PL

We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join us in Reading RG7 4PL as a full-time, self-employed Delivery Driver. Be part of a hardworking logistics team delivering innovative and top-notch solutions!

Your pay rate and working hours as a Delivery Driver:

• Pay rate: From £108 per day
• Van rental available
• Shift: Flexible shifts - working up to 6 days per week (9 hrs per day)
• Weekly pay

Some of the benefits you will receive working as a Delivery Driver:

• Immediate start
• Full training provided
• No Sortation - all routes are pre-sequenced and pre-mapped.
• Regular work with set hours
• Flexible rota
• Free parking is provided at the depot for personal cars
• Mobile phone allowance

Your role as a full-time Delivery Driver:

You will be required to deliver a first-class delivery experience to all customers, delivering approximately 80 drops per day in your first week, increasing week-on-week thereafter.

Manual handling is a major part of working as a Delivery Driver - you may be required to load your own van at the start of your shift.

Requirements as a full time Delivery Driver:

• You must be aged 21 or above
• You must have a full and valid UK/EU driving licence for min 1 years
• We accept manual licence
• You need to be self-employed
• Parcel delivery experiences is an added advantage

If you have a strong work ethic and want to be part of a hardworking logistics team, then apply today!

Challenge TRG is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Salary: £44,000 pa OTE (£38,000k pa + £2,400 pa bonus OTE + Overtime)Weekly Hours: 42.5 week Monday to Friday 08:00-17:30 + every other SAT 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)If you are a proven Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, MOT Tester or Automotive Mechanic seeking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!About us:We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on.Our Reading site is located close to the M4 and a retail park. Great area with a god mix of work and customers to keep us busyWe proudly offer our Vehicle Technicians: greater work/life balance, clear career progression opportunities, and arguably a more manageable workload than you would find in the wider Automotive industry.About you:As a Vehicle Technician you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years employment as a technician/mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Technician / Mechanic, we would love to hear from you.About our training:We have our own internal IMI accredited training department, where we can upskill you on such things as Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lift, braking systems, electrics etc:For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset.About your benefits:An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service, plus the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 extra days each year. Of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!free life assurance (2x your salary)Well-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).Exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemesPension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)Wagestream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well-known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.And we’re also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Few other companies can match the support, development opportunities and long-term security we offer. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.Keep your career moving, smarter.INDNVH

Job Title: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Minley, Hampshire
Compensation: £32,021.25 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59962

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Vehicle Mechanic at our Minley site.

The role
As a Vehicle Mechanic, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will help support our military customer in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of vehicles.

Day-to-day, you'll carry out routine maintenance, mechanical and electrical repairs, and modifications on vehicles and equipment held at Minley Station.

• Carry out equipment and component serviceability inspections.
• Identify mechanical and electrical faults with vehicle and equipment components, assemblies and systems.
• Ensure all equipment maintenance and repairs are completed in accordance with Army Equipment Support Publications (AESP).
• Carry out road tests of vehicles, and functional testing of equipment sub assemblies and systems.
• Identify replacement parts and assemblies using Military Information Systems
• Support the continuous improvement of the department and contribute towards the RSME contracts continuous improvement targets

This position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools or standing for extended periods of time.

This role is full time 37 hours per week and is based on site at Minley.

Essential experience of the Vehicle Mechanic

• Experience working on vehicles
• Health and safety knowledge

Qualifications for the Vehicle Mechanic

• Served a recognised apprenticeship in Automotive Engineering or served in HM Armed Forces as a Trade Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic (VM)
• UK Driving Licence

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard BPSS security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 29/11/24

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician vacancy

Location: Reading area

Salary: £31,860 basic Rising to £34,000 OTE £42,500
Hours: Monday to Friday, 1 in 3 Saturday's. 35-hour contract.
Ref: OC17575

We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians / Roadside Technician. We are recruiting across the Reading so we will tailor the area to you based on your location.

This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician is working for one of the UK's leading vehicle breakdown companies who provider a first-class service to thousands of customers. Looking for people to start ASAP!! Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including starting your day as soon as you start the van.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 25 days with service
• No additional travel time - start and finish on your driveway
• Know your shifts 12 months in advance
• A fully equipped state of the art company vehicle with tools and uniform
• Free RAC breakdown cover for you and your household from day one
• Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training
• 24-hour colleague assistance programme
• Company life assurance linked to pension
• Access to MyFlex our flexible benefits site providing numerous benefits including health and wellbeing

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role :

• Working closely with the breakdown team you will be tasked with attending breakdowns to diagnose issues they have. Working on the vehicles to ideally get them back on the road otherwise making sure the vehicle goes back to the workshop.
• Identifying problems and advising the customer on the vehicle's issues.
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance including electrical & vehicle Diagnostics.
• Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician are the face of the business so its important you deliver exceptional Customer Service.

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician Requirements:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

Consultant - Jack Adams

Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician vacancy

Location: Slough area

Salary: £36,000 Including London Weightin OTE £42,500
Hours: Monday to Friday, 1 in 3 Saturday's. 35-hour contract.
Ref: OC17561

We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians / Roadside Technician. We are recruiting across the Slough so we will tailor the area to you based on your location.

This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician is working for one of the UK's leading vehicle breakdown companies who provider a first-class service to thousands of customers. Looking for people to start ASAP!! Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including starting your day as soon as you start the van.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 25 days with service
• No additional travel time - start and finish on your driveway
• Know your shifts 12 months in advance
• A fully equipped state of the art company vehicle with tools and uniform
• Free RAC breakdown cover for you and your household from day one
• Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training
• 24-hour colleague assistance programme
• Company life assurance linked to pension
• Access to MyFlex our flexible benefits site providing numerous benefits including health and wellbeing

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role :

• Working closely with the breakdown team you will be tasked with attending breakdowns to diagnose issues they have. Working on the vehicles to ideally get them back on the road otherwise making sure the vehicle goes back to the workshop.
• Identifying problems and advising the customer on the vehicle's issues.
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance including electrical & vehicle Diagnostics.
• Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician are the face of the business so its important you deliver exceptional Customer Service.

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician Requirements:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

Consultant - Jack Adams

Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Vehicle Technician Vacancy -Newbury
Salary: £34,000 basic + Bonus OTE £42,000
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.15pm
Ref: OC17607

We have a new vacancy for a Vehicle Technician for my client's dealership in the Newbury area. Excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a high performing team. This role suits a Vehicle Technician looking for a long-term role.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• Competitive starting salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Progression Opportunities.

Role:

• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance.
• Vehicle Diagnostics.
• Brakes, suspension, clutches.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a busy workshop.
• You must be a level 3 Vehicle Technician or equivalent to (City and Guilds).
• Full UK Driving License

Consultant - Jack Adams

Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

7.5 Tonne Driver

Vanta Staffing Reading are recruiting for a 7.5 Tonne Driver to work for our client based in the Reading area. This will involve multi drop delivery work, you will be working in a team of two, delivering large items such as flat pack, sofas, fridge freezer etc. This will be a perfect role for drivers who want consistent work with a prestigious company.

Requirements of a 7.5 Tonne Driver:

• Cat C1 - Experience is ideal, but not essential
• A valid CPC and Tacho card(s)
• Be able to complete multi drop of large items in a team of two (Manual Handling will be involved)
• Will need to complete an assessment
• No more than 6 points (No DR or IN)

Details:

• Salary: £14.59ph / £ 15.04ph
• Working hours: 4 shifts a week out of 7 - Start times - 06.00am or 10.30am start
• Location: Reading
• Duration: Temp to Perm

Role of a 7.5 Tonne Driver:

• Complete multi drop deliveries in the South East area
• Complete vehicle checks and paperwork correctly
• Being flexible and able to complete runs safely
• You may be required to do London driving

If you are interested in the role, please don't hesitate to apply

HGV Driver Class 1 - Tesco Reading, RG2 0PN

You must hold a valid LGV C+E, HGV 1, Class 1 UK licence with no more than 6 points (due to insurance policy), a UK digital tachograph card & a full DQC (CPC card) and need to provide a DVLA licence check code to proceed to assessment interview. You must currently live within a reasonable commute to Reading to progress to assessment stage.

This job role with require cross location working between the Reading site and Didcot site.

Days £18.01
Nights 22:00 - 06:00 £22.52
Weekend £23.96
Weekend Nights £23.96
Bank Holidays Days £27.02
Bank Holidays Nights £31.52
Overtime Days (46.25 hours) £27.02
Overtime Nights (over 46.25 hours) £31.52
Overtime Weekend (over 46.25 hours) £32.97
Overtime Weekend Nights (over 46.25 hours) £32.97

Benefits

Flexible pay with Wagestream - Cash out your earnings when you need to.
Assessment day paid if passed and started
Mapped-out routes
Easy clean straightforward cages, no hand-balling
Paid Breaks
Holiday pay
Flexible work patterns available
Fixed shift patterns
Average 10.5 Hours per day with additional hours available
PAYE earnings meet all income criteria for mortgages and loans.
Employment rights associated with being PAYE
Weekly stat dates
Free uniform
Subsidised canteen with free hot drinks
High quality vehicles
Opportunities to develop
Potential courses and upskilling sessions provided by Challenge-trg Skills

Role

Ensuring our products reach our clients stores on time and in good condition
Accurate time keeping following the working time directive independently to guarantee no infringements
A representative of our brand and Tesco whilst liaising with colleagues and potentially customers
Adhere to all training and processes
Apply online otherwise Call, Text or Whats App our team on 07361597538

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

***** IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE *****

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Delivery Drivers (Cat B) for our clients Distribution Operation in Reading so now is an exciting time to be part of our clients brand.

As a Delivery Driver (Cat B) Driver, our client offers:
* £125 to £165 per day - Self Employed.
* Fully Expensed Van.
* 9 hour planned Delivery Route.
* Paid Training Days.
* Full induction and training with a supportive team once your on the road.
* Free car parking.

What will the role involve?
* You will be delivering packages across a planned route to an approved timescale
* Loading and unloading parcels from your van (must be able to lift a minimum of 23kg)
* Driving a company van.
* Full training and induction will be provided and you'll work with a supportive team (Fully paid training days)

What are we looking for?
* You will need a UK or EU Driving Licence - 12 months+
* You must have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence
* Must be over the age of 21
* Hard-working, motivated and great at working in a fast-paced environment
* A good understanding of the local area would be an advantage.

If you are interested in this role then please apply ASAP
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

***** IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE *****

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Delivery Drivers (Cat B) for our clients Distribution Operation in Reading so now is an exciting time to be part of our clients brand.

As a Delivery Driver (Cat B) Driver, our client offers:
* £140 to £190 per day - Self Employed.
* Fully Expensed Van.
* 9 hour planned Delivery Route.
* Paid Training Days.
* Full induction and training with a supportive team once your on the road.
* Free car parking.

What will the role involve?
* You will be delivering packages across a planned route to an approved timescale
* Loading and unloading parcels from your van (must be able to lift a minimum of 23kg)
* Driving a company van.
* Full training and induction will be provided and you'll work with a supportive team (Fully paid training days)

What are we looking for?
* You will need a UK or EU Driving Licence - 12 months+
* You must have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence
* Must be over the age of 21
* Hard-working, motivated and great at working in a fast-paced environment
* A good understanding of the local area would be an advantage.

If you are interested in this role then please apply ASAP
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

This is a brilliant opportunity to join the London Water Operational Excellence team as a Water Supply Energy Optimisation & Efficiency Specialist.
The role will be accountable for delivering sustainable improvement of energy consumption across our London Water Supply System.

This is a 12-month secondment.

Whilst the portfolio of initiatives will be varied, you will deliver projects under the following programmes:

- System Optimisation – Delivering water through the most efficient routes from the abstraction point to the customer's tap.
- Spend-to-save targeted investment – Replacing or refurbishing our most inefficient assets.
- Pumping Station and Water Treatment Process Optimisation.

You will know what a good project delivery structure looks like and be able to use a variety of project and initiative management tools and techniques. The role will involve working alongside the frontline teams to implement change, in addition to managing stakeholders from around the business.

- Location – You can be based at any of the following Thames Water sites – Clear Water Court, Kemble, Farmoor, Fobney, Kiddlington, Highworth.
- Working Hours- Monday-Friday 36 hours per week, Hybrid.

What you’ll be doing as a Water Supply Energy Optimisation & Efficiency Specialist

- Working alongside multiple internal teams and our supply chain to implement energy optimisation and efficiency projects across the region.
- Provide insight to local and senior stakeholders based on sound data analytics and wider industry learning.
- Manage all relevant stakeholders to create a clear delivery plan, resolve blockers and provide progress updates.
- Provide analytics on energy usage of water supply assets. This could be used for budget planning, investment cases or efficiency tracking.
- Be a change advocate within Water, championing the transformation in optimising our systems and assets.
- Guide on strategic discussions, such as future investment and sustainable system improvements.

What should you bring to the role?

- Strong track record of building internal & external relationships.
- Be a confident communicator who can work well collaboratively.
- Good technical understanding of power/ energy usage across pumping assets.
- Knowledge of commercial and contractor management would be desirable.
- Have an analytical approach to problem identification and solving. Taking ownership of any blockers during project delivery.
- Preferably understand the Source to Tap water operations.
- Preferably worked within an operational environment.
- Be confident in presenting data and project delivery plans.
- Flexibility in working area, some travel to the regional depots will be required regardless of base location.
- A full clean UK driver’s licence is essential, as is the use of a car for business purposes.

What’s in it for you?

- Offering a salary between £45,000 - £55,000 per annum depending on skills and experience + a car allowance on top.
- Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
- Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
- GymPass, a free fitness plan and access to several well-being apps for you and up to three family members as well as discounted plans nationwide.
- Cycle to work scheme, always on and up to £3,000 save money, get fit and help protect the environment.
- WeCare, a variety of health and wellbeing services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to a virtual GP, get fit programmes and access to a nutritionist.
- Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers.
- Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
- Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
- Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities.
- Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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