Are you a highly organised and proactive individual with a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive in a dynamic warehouse environment and enjoy ensuring smooth operations? We're looking for a dedicated Warehouse Administrator - Business Support to join our team in Bardon! This is a fantastic opportunity to be an integral part of our chilled warehouse operations, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining stock integrity and providing essential support to our teams and customers.

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Why Join Us?

At our company, we're more than just a business. Our vision is to be a responsible family enterprise that shares focus on delivering sustainable growth through partnerships, collaboration & innovation with an environmental & social conscience. Our mission? Working together to deliver solutions that make a difference. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that values respect, mutual support, and continuous development. We're committed to creating a positive and productive working environment for everyone.

The Role: Warehouse Administrator - Business Support

As a Warehouse Administrator - Business Support, you'll be based in our chilled warehouse in Bardon. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in checking and verifying daily operational tasks, ensuring everything runs seamlessly. Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off rotational, 07:00 - 19:00 Weekly Hours: 33-44 hours, depending on shift rotation Contract Type: Permanent

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What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensuring stock integrity: You'll be key in making sure our stock records are accurate and reliable.
• Investigating missing stock: Putting your problem-solving skills to good use to locate any discrepancies.
• Supporting the pick team: Assisting with finding missing stock items during the picking process.
• Customer query resolution: Helping the admin team respond promptly to customer queries regarding pallet counts, dates, and SKUs.
• Assisting with customer requests: Including taking product photographs or isolating specific stock.
• Supporting new product launches: Ensuring our pickers are fully aware of any new SKUs.
• Providing constructive feedback: Sharing your observations and suggestions with the management team to improve operations.

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What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Self-motivated and able to use your own initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Flexibility with hours and shifts is essential due to the rotational pattern.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Quality control experience.
• Stock checking or auditing experience.
• Experience using a pick gun.
• MHE licences (e.g., Reach, VNA, PPT) are a bonus.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a stable, permanent role in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, we encourage you to apply! Apply now to become our next Warehouse Administrator - Business Support!

Class 1 HGV Drivers Wanted – Join Our Team at Oakland International, Bardon!

Are you a skilled and reliable Class 1 HGV Driver looking for a rewarding career with a leading logistics provider? Oakland International is expanding our team at our Bardon site, and we're searching for dedicated drivers to play a vital role in our operations. If you're committed to safety, efficiency, and excellent service, we want to hear from you!

Job Description: Class 1 HGV Driver

As a Class 1 HGV Driver at Oakland International, you'll be responsible for the safe and timely delivery and collection of goods, ensuring our commitment to exceptional service is always met. Operating out of our Bardon depot, you'll be an integral part of our logistics network, upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.  

What You'll Be Doing:

• Daily vehicle checks and reporting of vehicle defects to ensure our fleet is always in top condition and fit for purpose.
• Keeping vehicles clean and maintaining temperature controls in line with delivery specifications.
• Carrying out customer deliveries and collections on time and in full.
• Maintaining strict compliance with EU Tachograph regulations and working time directives.
• Adhering to all Health and Safety policies at Oakland International and all sites you visit.
• Liaising with the Transport Office promptly to escalate any issues.
• Opportunities for nights out are available within our work patterns.
• Supporting the Warehouse team as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Building strong working relationships with colleagues and customers, fostering a respectful and mutually supportive environment.
• Actively participating in our personal performance and development process and undertaking relevant training, including Level 2 Food Hygiene.

 

What We're Looking For:

• You must have held your Class 1 License for a minimum of 2 years.
• A commitment to maintaining a high standard of food safety culture, product safety, quality, legality, and integrity.

 

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Average Week: 48 hours
• Schedule: Night shift, with options for Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday.
• Start Times: Typically 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM.
• Pay: £42,000.00 per year

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Benefits of Working with Oakland International:

We value our drivers and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Competitive Salary: £42,000.00 per year.
• Company Pension Scheme: Contributory pension available after 3 months of service.
• Life Insurance: Peace of mind with Death in Service benefit.
• On-site Parking: Free and convenient parking at our Bardon site.
• Uniform and PPE: All necessary uniform and personal protective equipment supplied.
• Training: Full training provided, including Level 2 Food Hygiene.
• Referral Programme: Earn rewards for referring great talent to our team.

 

Ready to Drive Your Career Forward?

If you're a professional Class 1 HGV Driver looking for a stable and rewarding role with a company that values its employees, we encourage you to apply!

Shift: Sunday to Thursday - 06:00 - 15:00 Are you a highly organized and proactive logistics professional with a passion for efficiency and sustainable growth? Oakland International, a responsible family enterprise committed to partnerships, collaboration, and innovation with an environmental and social conscience, is seeking a talented Strategic Network Planner to join our dynamic team. Our Vision: A Responsible Family Enterprise That Shares Focus on Delivering Sustainable Growth Through Partnerships, Collaboration & Innovation with an Environmental & Social Conscience. Our Mission: Working Together to Deliver Solutions That Make A Difference. The Role: As a Strategic Network Planner, you will be instrumental in optimizing our transport operations. You will be responsible for planning 15+ vehicles daily, strategically minimizing running costs and maximizing vehicle revenue. Working proactively within a collaborative planning team, you will ensure timely deliveries and resolve any operational issues by liaising effectively with drivers, service providers, and our Transport and Site Managers. Key Responsibilities Include:

• Efficiently planning daily vehicle routes to optimize costs and revenue.
• Proactively managing potential delays and operational challenges.
• Collaborating with a team of planners to achieve shared objectives.
• Liaising with various stakeholders, including drivers, service providers, and managers, to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitoring and controlling resource utilization in a cost-effective manner.
• Maintaining strong working relationships across all departments.
• Accurately recording and evaluating information for informed decision-making.

Skills & Qualifications We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in vehicle route planning, ideally within the construction industry.
• Exceptional adaptability and problem-solving skills.
• A strong understanding of legal requirements regarding Driving Hours and Working Time.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to a company that values sustainable solutions and collaborative success, we encourage you to apply!