Vending Operative

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/2372290/156276
  • Location: Derby
  • Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
  • Salary: £12.96 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 28 April 2026
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About the role

Full time


37.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, flexibility required between 06:00 – 18:00
Pay: £12.96 per hour
Site-specific benefits
Opportunities for career development
Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Vending Machine Operative

Location:

Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK, Derby

Operational excellence begins with you

Sodexo is seeking a reliable and customer-focused Vending Machine Operative to join our team at Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK in Derby.

This role is key to supporting workplace services across a large, fast-paced manufacturing site. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of six vending machines, ensuring they are fully stocked, clean, and operating efficiently while also helping to maximise product availability and sales.

Working as part of a team of four, supported by an on-site manager, this is a hands-on role that involves regular movement across site, including walking long distances and using stairs. The role will involve lone working for the majority of the shift, so confidence in managing your own workload and working independently is essential.

What you’ll do

  • Refill and maintain six vending machines across the site throughout the day

  • Monitor stock levels and ensure machines are consistently well-presented and fully operational

  • Support sales performance by ensuring product availability and appropriate stock rotation

  • Drive a company vehicle to transport products safely across the site

  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in and around vending areas

  • Respond to any issues with machines promptly, escalating where necessary

  • Provide a professional and friendly service when interacting with site staff

  • Work independently while maintaining communication with the wider team

What you’ll bring

  • A full UK manual driving licence (essential)

  • Must be aged 25 or over

    (due to insurance requirements for site vehicle use)

  • Previous experience in a vending, retail, or similar role is desirable but not essential

  • Strong customer service skills and a professional, approachable manner

  • Ability to work independently for extended periods (lone working)

  • A proactive and organised approach to managing workload

  • Willingness to work across a large site, involving regular walking and use of stairs

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong

in a company and team that values you for you. 

Act

with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive

in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
  • Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
  • Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more 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 100million 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, SoTogether, 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.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Work with the best in the business.

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

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KEY BENEFITS

  • 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.

Learn more

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Career Stories

  • "When I started, I'd barely held a screwdriver. Now, just three months in, I've done everything from angle grinding and SDS drilling to installing cable trays and replacing light fittings. I've even got my MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) course next week!"

    Alice, Sodexo Apprentice – Facilities Management

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