Goods-In / Own Transport Driver

Goods-In / Own Transport Driver

Location: Oxfordshire,GB
Salary: Competitive salary + monthly bonus after probation + contributory pension scheme + benefits

We are seeking a Goods-In / Own Transport Driver to join our Goods-In Team at our Witney HQ. This is a varied dual role combining day-to-day Goods-In warehouse duties with responsibility for company deliveries, collections and the care of our own transport fleet. The role is ideal for a proactive, dependable and safety-conscious individual who takes pride in working accurately and efficiently both in the warehouse and on the road.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Unloading Deliveries: Safely and efficiently unload containers, articulated lorries and other inbound deliveries, both manually and using MHE where trained and authorised.

  • Checking Deliveries: Inspect and verify incoming goods against delivery documentation, identifying and reporting shortages, damage or discrepancies.

  • Goods Receipt & WMS: Receive and process incoming stock accurately using the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and RF scanners.

  • Stock Put-Away & Movement: Locate, label and put away stock correctly, supporting replenishment and internal stock movements as required.

  • MHE Operations: Operate authorised Material Handling Equipment safely and responsibly in accordance with training and site procedures.

  • Stock Accuracy: Maintain a high level of accuracy when handling, locating and moving stock, and report any stock or location issues promptly.

  • Housekeeping: Maintain clean, safe and organised working areas, including Goods-In bays, warehouse aisles and stock locations.

  • Team Support: Work flexibly with colleagues across Goods-In and the wider Warehouse operation to support workload and business requirements.

 

Driving & Fleet Responsibilities:

  • Customer Service & Company Representation: Act as a positive ambassador for Oxford Products when visiting customers, suppliers and other locations, providing a warm, friendly and professional service at all times.

  • Company Deliveries & Collections: Safely drive the company 7.5t vehicle and vans to complete deliveries, collections and stock movements as required.

  • Vehicle Checks: Complete and record appropriate pre-use and daily vehicle checks, ensuring any concerns are identified before vehicles are used.

  • Fleet Care: Take day-to-day responsibility for the care, cleanliness and general condition of the warehouse vehicle fleet, helping to ensure vehicles are kept presentable and ready for use.

  • Fault & Defect Reporting: Promptly report vehicle faults, defects, damage or maintenance concerns to the Fleet Team and ensure the appropriate records are completed.

  • Driving Compliance: Operate company vehicles safely and legally, following Driver CPC, tachograph, drivers’ hours, road traffic and company requirements applicable to the journey being undertaken.

  • Safe Loading & Documentation: Ensure loads are safely positioned and secured, and complete delivery, collection, tachograph and other transport documentation accurately as required.

Working Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:15pm

  • Friday: 8:00am – 2:00pm

  • Flexibility & Overtime: Due to the driving requirements of this role, flexibility around normal working hours is required. This will include occasional early starts and overtime to meet delivery and collection schedules and provide an excellent service to our customers.

 

What we’re looking for:

  • A warm, friendly and professional manner, with good communication skills and the confidence to represent Oxford Products positively when dealing with customers and suppliers.

  • A valid UK driving licence with 7.5t (Category C1 or above) entitlement is essential.

  • Previous experience driving 7.5t commercial vehicles is essential, with confidence driving safely and professionally on behalf of the company.

  • Driver CPC and tachograph knowledge/experience are required. Applicants with previous relevant experience whose CPC or tachograph training has expired may be considered, provided there is a valid reason for the lapse, and they are willing to complete company-provided refresher training before undertaking applicable driving duties.

  • A current forklift licence and pivot-steer experience are preferable, although a willingness to undertake training is essential. Forklift training or refresher training will be provided to the successful candidate where required.

  • Basic computer skills, with the confidence to use warehouse systems and RF scanners; Microsoft Word and Excel experience is advantageous.

  • Strong attention to detail, organisation and a reliable, safety-conscious approach to work.

  • Previous warehouse or Goods-In experience is desirable but not essential.

  • A flexible approach to working hours, with a willingness to undertake early starts and overtime when required for driving duties.

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