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There will be opportunity for overtime. \nEmployment Type: Full-time\nWHO ARE WE\nAt Aliaxis, we design innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions for fluid and energy management. Our products and systems help transport water and energy where they're needed most, supporting homes, businesses, and infrastructure projects worldwide.\nOur success is driven by our people. We foster a collaborative environment where colleagues are empowered to make a difference, continuously improve, and contribute to a safe and inclusive workplace.\nWHAT WE'RE WORKING TOWARDS\nAt Aliaxis, we're focused on building a high-performing business that delivers exceptional service to our customers while creating opportunities for our people to grow and develop.\nAs part of our logistics and operations team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring products are received, stored, picked, and dispatched accurately so that we continue to deliver outstanding service to our customers.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nWe're looking for a reliable and safety-focused Despatch Operator to join our busy external storage yard operation.\nThis hands-on role is responsible for the safe receipt, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of products. You'll help ensure customer orders are prepared accurately, stock levels remain correct, and vehicles are loaded efficiently while maintaining high standards of health and safety.\nWorking closely with the wider warehouse and logistics team, you'll contribute to a fast-paced operation where teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement are highly valued.\nWHAT YOU WILL DO\nSafely receive, count, and locate stock within the storage yard.\nPick and pack products accurately in line with customer requirements.\nLoad vehicles in the correct delivery sequence.\nOperate forklift trucks and side loaders safely and effectively.\nMaintain stock accuracy through accurate picking and regular stock checks.\nCarry out perpetual inventory (PI) counts.\nPlan daily activities to maximise productivity and customer service.\nCommunicate effectively with colleagues and other departments.\nSupport all yard-based activities as required.\nIdentify opportunities to improve processes and challenge inefficient practices.\nWork flexibly, including overtime when required to meet customer demand.\nPromote and maintain a strong health and safety culture by working safely and challenging unsafe behaviours.\nABOUT YOU\nMust-Haves\nPrevious experience within a warehouse, yard, logistics, or despatch environment.\nForklift Truck licence and operational experience.\nDemonstrable experience of accurate order picking.\nStrong commitment to health and safety.\nAbility to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong attention to detail and accuracy.\nExcellent communication skills.\nAbility to work collaboratively within a team environment.\nSelf-motivated with a disciplined and proactive approach to work.\nA continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo.\nNice-to-Haves\nExperience operating side loaders or combi-lift trucks.\nExperience within a manufacturing or distribution environment.\nKnowledge of inventory control and stock management processes.\nWHAT WE OFFER\nWe offer a salary of £28,469 per annum with £4,100 shift allowance, we also offer the opportunity to join a global organisation where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.\nStable, permanent role within a growing business\nStructured shift pattern\nOpportunity for overtime\nSupportive and collaborative working environment\nOngoing training and development opportunities\nBe part of a global organisation with strong values and career progression opportunities\nABOUT OUR WORKPLACE\nAt Aliaxis UK, everyone is welcome. We don't want people to simply fit our culture; we want them to help shape it.\nWe're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate different perspectives and believe our business performs best when our people can bring their authentic selves to work.\nHOW WE WELCOME YOU\nWe understand that applying for a new role can sometimes feel challenging. 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