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Become a BCA Logistics Self Employed Vehicle Collection and Delivery Driver!

From the dock to de-fleet and beyond, BCA touches over 3.5m vehicles a year, working with manufacturers, fleet operators and dealers to provide the backbone of the UK's automotive supply chain.

BCA Logistics is the UK's number 1 provider of vehicle remarketing logistics services for the automotive sector. Due to increased volumes and national expansion, we require new Self Employed Vehicle Collection and Delivery Drivers to service our business.

The Service

• Unlimited ability to earn (Average earnings circa £400 per week)
• The service required is the safe collection, inspection and delivery of vehicles on trade plates from various locations anywhere within the UK.
• The service requires the planning of travel between drop off and collections.
• The service requires professionalism, good customer service skills and the knowledge of vehicle components.
• A competitive industry fee is payable for the service (paid by job and mileage rate)
• Fuel cards provided

If you like the sound of this new and exciting opportunity why not put yourself in the driver's seat and click apply today?

We look forward to hearing from you!

About the role

The incumbent will be part of a larger team within the Logistics department in providing seamless and customer-focused

solutions to support the achievement of business objectives.

What you will be doing

• Communicate with customer, warehouse and forwarder in day to day operations

• Validating shipping documents from vendors, ensuring document completeness and accuracy adhering to SOP

• Advise vendor the mode of transports based on guidelines.

• Liaising with vendors / forwarders on shipment arrangements

• Monitoring of shipment status and to address custom clearance issues promptly.

• Reporting tasks (Extracting of reports from portal)

• Other ad hoc - Further duties to be identified in due course.

The successful candidate

• Preferably Diploma / Degree in Logistics / Supply chain

• Candidate with minimum 2-3 years’ experience

• He/She must equip with effective communication and collaboration skills to work with vendor, supply chain

team, marketing team and freight forwarders.

• Candidates to equip with basic MS Office skills

Full-time ongoing work available in Bathagte, West Lothian.

Connect Appointments are recruiting a number of reliable individuals to join our client's distribution site in Bathgate, as Logistics Assistants.

Please note - This role will involve some physical labour, such as heavy lifting in a warehouse environment. Due to working times having access to your own transport will be required.

What's on offer?

• Working 5 days over 7 - 12:00 to 20:00
• £12.01 per hour - paid weekly
• Permanent opportunities available
• Immediate Starts offered
• Full Training provided

Working primarily within the pallet yard, you will be provided with full training on the equipment and machinery you will be operating. With successful workers having the opportunity to be trained up to drive a forklift, loading and unloading heavy good vehicles within the distribution warehouse.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have: Previous experience in a manual or labourer role; Have the ability to work on your own and as part of a team; Able to lift and transport various heavy material; Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Looking to make that switch? Apply now or or give us a call on 01506 449 944, and we will do the rest!

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APPRENTICESHIP - Events Logistics Coordinator - Starting October 2024 | Aston | req119187

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the logistics and freight forwarding industry? Look no further! We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful Exhibition and Event team in Birmingham as an Event Logistics Coordinator Apprentice. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry.

YOUR ROLE

As part of our Road Logistics Expo & Events team, you will be providing operational support to clients and the rest of the team in order to ensure that our customer expectations are met/exceeded. You will be in communication with a variety of people, including overseas customers and agents. It is a varied role and your training will equip you to be involved in problem solving, finance tracking and supporting the department with their day-to-day duties. This is not just another job, it's an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the International Freight Forwarding Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Your responsibilities……

• Coordinate transport services for events/exhibitions globally
• Ensuring all critical information and elements (i.e. documentation) are present when arranging shipments.
• Liaise with all relevant parties to ensure that customer expectations are met during the shipment cycle
• Respond on time to customs requests, and manage any issues that may arise during the shipment
• Support communication with internal teams, to align on event objectives and logistics.
• Assist in tracking event expenses and managing budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
  Handle queries from colleagues and suppliers
• This role will require you to be available out of hours/weekends to provide support which will be reflected as an additional payment per month.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• The minimum entry requirement for this apprenticeship is Five GCSEs at grades 3 - 9 / A*-D including Maths & English)
• Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.
• Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial.
• Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years.
• This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies which can be found on our website.

Key Information:
Apprenticeship Contract :Fixed Term 2 Years
Working hours: Monday - Friday,09.00am to 17.00pm (with a requirement for travel and onsite working which is outside of this remit)
Place of work: Hybrid Working : Min 3 days in the office / Max 2 Days working from Home

This role will require you to be available out of hours/weekends to provide support which will be reflected as an additional payment per month.

Recruitment Process:
Step 1: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a telephone screening call with a member of our Resourcing team. This is a great opportunity to find out more abut the business and for us to understand why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you feel you can bring to the role.
Step 3: A final shortlist of candidates will be invited to an interview onsite with two members of the hiring team
Step 4: All candidates will receive telephone feedback after their interviews and if offered will be invited to return to the office for a further site tour and to provide right to work documentation.

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices. You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,500 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that's not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card. We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, but don't worry! You will be supported throughout your journey by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices. They will help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.

CONTACT

UK Future Talent
uk.futuretalent@kuehne-nagel.com

Logistics Operative
6 Months
Coventry
Rate 17.39p/h PAYE
Role Description:

Goods Receipt:
* Ensuring inbound couriers are directed safely across the yard to the appropriate unloading bay.
* Unloading of delivery vehicles and review of delivery paperwork ensuring that delivery guidelines are met.
* Transfer of MRO returns to the MRO drop off zone.
* Receipt of deliveries against PO's in SAP.
* Generation of GRN's and labelling of materials.
* Transfer of materials to quality inspection or put away areas.
* Scanning of delivery paperwork.

Put away of materials:
* Put away of goods into appropriate storage area (VLM, VNA, Exterior Stores)

Picking:
* Picking from storage locations into appropriate order container e.g. kit box, bag, tote box.
* Labelling of decanted materials where required.
* Transfer picked orders to tug marshalling area, awaiting quality inspection or packing area.

Deliver to production zones:
* Collection and drop off of trolleys between warehouse and production zones.
* Scanning of transfer orders to production zones.
* Manual transfer of non-production items between external storage and production zones.

Prepare for despatch:
* Packaging and labelling of orders to packaging specifications.
* Generations and signature of dangerous goods note.
* Transfer of packed orders to shipping area.

Despatch:
* Ensuring outbound couriers are directed safely across the yard to the appropriate loading bay.
* Handover of correct deliveries to outbound courier and retrieve signed collection note.
* Handover collection note to shipping and update delivery board.

Inventory Management:
* Completion of cycle counts.
* Completion of stock movement tasks between storage types.

Warehouse Operations Management:
* 6S, warehouse and yard standards are upheld.

SELF-EMPLOYED VEHICLE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY DRIVER / TRADE PLATE DRIVER PART/FULL TIME
Here at BCA Logistics, we touch over a million vehicles a year, working with manufacturers, fleet operators and dealers to provide the backbone of the UK's automotive supply chain.
Due to our ever-increasing volumes, we are looking to engage additional Self-Employed Driver contractors throughout the UK who can help us deliver that service.
What do I need? - No experience is needed as a full 2-day technical service familiarisation seminar available, at a site local to you. You do not need your own vehicle and there is no initial outlay of any cost. We do however require the following (essential):
Held a full UK Manual Driver Licence for at least 2 years (registered to your current home address).
No more than 9 points on your licence (and no serious motoring offences).
Aged 21 or over (for insurance purposes).
Are punctual and reliable with a polite and professional demeanour.
Excellent customer service skills.

What will I be doing? - You will be collecting a variety of different vehicles from clients, checking they are safe for you to drive and delivering these to the required destination. On some occasions you may carry out an inspection on the vehicles.
Handling vehicles with care and professionalism.
Keeping clients informed of estimated arrival time and any possible delays.

What do I get? - Not only do you get the flexibility of being your own boss and choosing your jobs you will also receive:
Competitive pay with extra payment for carrying out inspections and longer distance moves.
Job rate and half for any Saturday moves.
Fuel cards provided for petrol/diesel required in the vehicles.
Expenses may be agreed (with prior approval).
Trade plates, inspection tools and the latest technology to help you work smart.
The opportunity to collect and deliver a wide variety of vehicles for some of the market leaders in the motor trade and the freedom to nominate your own substitute driver or drivers to help you with your work and increase your earnings potential.

SELF-EMPLOYED VEHICLE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY DRIVER / TRADE PLATE DRIVER PART/FULL TIME
Here at BCA Logistics, we touch over a million vehicles a year, working with manufacturers, fleet operators and dealers to provide the backbone of the UK's automotive supply chain.
Due to our ever-increasing volumes, we are looking to engage additional Self-Employed Driver contractors throughout the UK who can help us deliver that service.
What do I need? - No experience is needed as a full 2-day technical service familiarisation seminar available, at a site local to you. You do not need your own vehicle and there is no initial outlay of any cost. We do however require the following (essential):
Held a full UK Manual Driver Licence for at least 2 years (registered to your current home address).
No more than 9 points on your licence (and no serious motoring offences).
Aged 21 or over (for insurance purposes).
Are punctual and reliable with a polite and professional demeanour.
Excellent customer service skills.

What will I be doing? - You will be collecting a variety of different vehicles from clients, checking they are safe for you to drive and delivering these to the required destination. On some occasions you may carry out an inspection on the vehicles.
Handling vehicles with care and professionalism.
Keeping clients informed of estimated arrival time and any possible delays.

What do I get? - Not only do you get the flexibility of being your own boss and choosing your jobs you will also receive:
Competitive pay with extra payment for carrying out inspections and longer distance moves.
Job rate and half for any Saturday moves.
Fuel cards provided for petrol/diesel required in the vehicles.
Expenses may be agreed (with prior approval).
Trade plates, inspection tools and the latest technology to help you work smart.
The opportunity to collect and deliver a wide variety of vehicles for some of the market leaders in the motor trade and the freedom to nominate your own substitute driver or drivers to help you with your work and increase your earnings potential.