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.

Salary 12.21 per hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1324814/149685
Contract Type Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date 06 November, 2025
Job Category Supply Chain Management
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 23 October, 2025

Skills Required