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Depot Assistant – Sherburn-In-Elmet
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (40 hours per week)
Welfare Hire, Part of Kelling Group
Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Depot Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role is essential in supporting the Depot Manager with the day-to-day running of operations, ensuring smooth workflow, and maintaining efficiency across all depot activities. The successful candidate will also provide cover for the Depot Manager when required, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their leadership and operational skills.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Operational Support:
- Allocate all fleet numbers onto Syrinx.
- Allocate work to employees on a PDA.
- Complete and maintain daily stock sheets.
- Book and coordinate electrical test inspections, ensuring all completed certificates are properly filed.
- Liaise with Head Office to ensure all van MOTs are recorded and up to date.
- Liaise with AHN Breakdown team to manage the Vehicle repairs.
- Record and monitor weekly vehicle mileages.
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Transport & Logistics:
- Assist in planning and coordinating transport.
- Process external haulier Proof of Deliveries (PODs) & Proof of Collections (POCs).
- Arrange and book agency drivers when required.
- Liaise with the Fleet and Transport team.
Fleet & Compliance:
- Conduct weekly fleet audits on a rota basis.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Support in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for all vehicles and equipment.
General Duties:
- Provide cover for the Depot Manager when required.
- Handle any ad-hoc administrative tasks to support depot operations.
Requirements & Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A professional and polite telephone manner.
- Customer service experience with a problem-solving mindset.
- Logistics and planning experience (preferred).
- Confidence and ability to deputise for the Depot Manager when required.
- Experience handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently when necessary.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in IT systems including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Previous experience in the plant hire industry is desirable but not essential.
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Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays per year
- Birthday off
- Life Insurance (2x annual salary)
- Company Referral Scheme
- Long Service Award
- Company Pension Scheme
- Healthcare Cash Plan
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