Job Description

Join Our Team as a Health, Safety & Facilities Operative


Location: Corby Shared User


Business Area: Tech & Consumer





Are you passionate about maintaining safe, clean, and efficient workplaces? We have an exciting opportunity for a Health, Safety & Facilities Operative to join our team at our busy Distribution Centre in Corby.





This is a hands-on and rewarding role that will appeal to someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety in their day, and wants to be part of a team that values employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.





What You'll Be Doing


Reporting directly to the Safety & Facilities Manager to support the smooth running of site operations. Overseeing warehouse and yard hygiene, ensuring compliance with site hygiene schedules and standards. Supporting office and toilet hygiene during holidays or absences of the Office Hygienist, including quarterly deep cleans. Playing a key role in the SHEQ Team, helping to drive and maintain site safety standards alongside the Site Safety Manager. Attending training courses to continually build your skills and knowledge. Using your 'handy person' skills for painting, basic plumbing, and small building or equipment repairs. Building your knowledge of MHE (Material Handling Equipment) and assisting engineers during servicing and repairs. Driving and operating MHE equipment such as floor sweepers and counterbalance FLT. Managing stock levels for essential maintenance and cleaning equipment. Acting as a site safety representative, promoting a proactive health and safety culture across the site. Conducting weekly safety testing on fire systems, pumps, and the backup generator. Taking on additional duties as needed to keep the site running smoothly. What We're Looking For


Experience within a logistics or food industry environment. A proactive, diligent approach with the ability to manage schedules effectively. Basic DIY skills - confidence in carrying out small repairs, painting, or decorating (a trade qualification would be a bonus but not essential). Someone self-motivated, able to work independently and communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels. Good IT and record-keeping skills, particularly for managing non-vehicular defects and maintenance logs.

Why Join Us?


A supportive and engaging team environment where your contribution is valued. Opportunities for training and development within the business. A flexible approach to working hours to help support a healthy work-life balance. The chance to make a real difference in maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming workplace.
If you're ready to take the next step in your facilities or health & safety career, we'd love to hear from you!



Apply now at: www.wincanton.co.uk/careers


Closing date for applications: 22 November 2024