Logistic Support Operative
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/155256
- Location: Colchester
- Job type: Full Time - 37 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 per hour
- Closing date: 31 March 2026
About the role
- 37 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday - 08:00 - 16:00 & Fridays 08:00 - 15:30 (30 minute break)
- £12.71 per hour
- Onsite Gym
- Access to dining facilities offering subsidised meals
- Free Car parking
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Job Description
As a Logistics Support Operative at Sodexo in Merville Barracks, Colchester, Circular Road South, Colchester, CO2 7UT. You’ll be responsible for maintaining the logistical support of site, no two days will be the same! You'll ensure requested tasks by the client are completed within a timely manner whilst maintaining great customer service. This role is client facing, and you'll interact with our Armed forces personnel every day, improving quality of life for all that you meet.
What you’ll do:
- Support the Warehouse Storekeepers on a daily basis
- Manual handling loads from vehicles or within the warehouses detailed by Line Manager within the area of responsibility
- Ensure serviceability of Defence Accommodation Stores (DAS) furniture.
- To operate forklift (once trained)
- To Operate pallet trucks (once trained)
- Drive Sodexo vehicles and comply with Sodexo’s driving policy and regulations.
- To check vehicles daily and complete daily vehicle paperwork, maintain vehicle serviceability, all damages are reported to the Line Manager and the vehicle is to be kept clean and tidy at all times.
- To deliver service excellence and outstanding customer service.
What you bring:
- People Friendly, Customer service skills are essential
- Held a full UK Driving license for 2 years or more
- Must be over 25 years of age to driver company vehicle
- Able to work within a team environment
- Good communications skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Colchester, United Kingdom, CO2 7UT
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