Porter

Job Introduction

We are looking for reliable, professional, and motivated Porter for Universities by Sodexo in University of Greenwich, Medway Campus, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TB. Your expertise will be vital in supporting the delivery of an integrated FM service across Greenwich University and all of it’s Campuses. You'll need to be flexible and adaptable and willing to support the wider Sodexo as required in line with our corporate values Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress.

Join Universities by Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Carefully move resources including equipment, materials and supplies as directed 
• To support with moving and delivering post across the University 
• To help with deliveries of stock and equipment 
• To set up rooms including furniture and equipment as required   
• To provide support with setting up resources for University of Greenwich events  
• Maintain tidiness of internal and external areas  
• To support with waste collection and removal 
• Demonstrating pride & professionalism in all facets of customer service.  
• To take ownership and accountability of all work 
• Communicating with clients professionally at all times, by understanding their needs, promoting our service 
• Co-operating with both immediate and wider range of colleagues to the betterment of the site customer, and Sodexo 
• Contributing & maintain a positive team spirit 
• Maintaining a safe working process related to Health & Safety COSHH regulations 
• Undertaking any reasonable ad hoc duties as requested 
• Ensuring a smooth process for students during exam periods in library.  
• Ensuring students are adhering to library rules for the health and safety and comfort of others. 
• Assisting in evacuations where required.

What you bring:

• Strong transitioning skills or prior experience in a similar role
• Customer-facing attitude and excellent team building and people management skills 
• Excellent communication skills with the mental agility to ‘think on feet’ and provide convincing practical solutions 
• Self motivated and able to work on own initiative within a team environment  
• Intelligent approach to performance monitoring including relevant experience 
• Resilience when dealing with difficult and challenging people and complex situations 
• Proficient IT skills, including Excel, Word & Microsoft Office 
• Available to respond to out of normal hours emergency situations 
• Ability to influence change where required 
• Need to have a good knowledge of all University departments and locations across all sites.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

“High-calibre support for a high-tech career”

• £13.28 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Working: Monday to Friday (07:00 - 15:30, 11:30-20:00/12:30-21:00)

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About the Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.