Job Description

Post: Warehouse Operative/Van Driver

Reporting to:

FareShare NI Deputy Operations Manager

Location:

Mallusk

Hours:

35 hours per week

Duration:

Permanent (subject to funding)

Salary:

27,269

Benefits:

5% contributory pension scheme Access to Westfield Health Care Wide range of discounts available through Blue Light Card 25 days annual leave in addition to recognising 12 public/bank holidays plus 1 extra day at Christmas. Training/ CPD opportunities Available

Job Purpose

Contribute to the smooth operation of FareShare NI's food collection, sorting, and redistribution service through work in the warehouse and/or van deliveries of surplus food to our community food members

Key tasks and responsibilities

1.0 Warehouse Operative Duties

1.1 Assist the Floor Supervisor in ensuring that the Homeless Connect FareShare NI depot operates within the guidelines of FareShare National policies and procedures.

1.2 Ensure goods are checked in and out in accordance with the warehouse system and records are accurately maintained.

1.3 Preparing and completing warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to a schedule.

1.4 Assist with development of volunteers within the warehouse as required.

1.5 Contribute to planning and implementation of warehouse operations and systems changes.

1.6 Ensure that all health and safety procedures are followed as instructed.

1.7 Maintain good relations and communications in all contacts with recipient projects.

1.8 Cleaning and maintaining the warehouse to ensure a safe of working environment.

1.9 Provide cover for other roles including van duties as required.

2.0 Van Driver Duties

2.1 Drive a FareShare NI food re-distribution van to various collection and delivery points throughout NI.

2.2 Comply with security and safety of the vehicle on site, on the road and in the FareShare NI warehouse.

2.3 Be responsible for daily vehicle checks, ensuring the vehicle is mechanically operational and roadworthy.

2.4 Supervise volunteers and manage loading, collection, and delivery of donated food to social supermarket pilot partners.

2.5 Complete relevant documentation.

2.6 Be responsible for cleanliness of vehicles.

2.7 Liaise with the public in a professional and helpful manner, ensuring queries or complaints are resolved promptly whilst promoting organisational core values.

2.8 Comply fully with Health and Safety guidelines, ensuring safe working practices.

3.0 General

3.1 Carryout duties in line with the organisation's policy on equality and diversity.

3.2 Read, understand and comply with policies and procedures.

3.3 Contribute to a positive, supportive, and effective team working environment.

3.4 Actively participate in supervision, appraisals, work planning and training as required.

3.5 Undertake any other relevant duties as identified by the Operations Manager /CEO.

3.6 The duties of the post will be subject to review in accordance with the needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Essential criteria

For insurance purposes you must be at least 25 years old and demonstrate the following:

1. Experience of working in a warehouse, retail or similar environment, picking, sorting, or assembling items for collection or distribution.

2. Full clean driving licence for at least 1 year and at least 6 months experience driving a van.

3. Problem solver and competent decision maker.

4. Ability to work within a small team and use own initiative.

5. Good communication skills both written and verbal.

6. Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise.

7. Knowledge of workplace Health & Safety.

Desirable criteria

1. Experience of taking responsibility for health and safety issues within a food distribution and/or warehousing environment.

2. Experience of contributing to planning, developing, and implementing warehouse operations.

3. Experience of food preparation and storage.

4. Level II food hygiene qualification.

5. Experience of volunteer support.

For insurance purposes we are required to confirm whether appointable people have had significant vehicle claims within the last 5 years and will ask for details prior to confirming any appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,269.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/05/2025
Reference ID: WO/VD0425