FLT Driver (Team Member) - nights

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services.

We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated FLT Driver (Team Member) to join our team in Erith, London (DA18 4AF).

The successful candidate will contribute to the efficient operation of the warehouse by carrying out a range of tasks, such as loading and unloading LGV vehicles, operating a forklift truck, picking, scanning, and palletising products. This role also involves regular physical lifting as part of daily duties.

You will work Monday evening until Saturday morning, between 22:00 and 07:30, based on a weekly 40-hour contract.

Benefits
• Salary of £33,713.49 plus night-time allowance of £1,872 per annum
• Health Cash Plan
• Free Eye Test*
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online fitness platform (Pilates, Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and nutrition)
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee benefits such as up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers, and free eye tests*
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

Key Responsibilities
• Safely load and unload products onto trailers, following company procedures
• Handle goods correctly to minimise damage and apply safe manual handling techniques
• Complete relevant paperwork to confirm loading and unloading activities for audit purposes
• Support the effective running of the warehouse by carrying out reasonable requests
• Perform receiving, picking, put-away, replenishment, and dispatch tasks
• Participate in general warehouse duties involving manual handling
• Continuously seek to improve processes and procedures to drive efficiency and customer service
• Communicate concerns, issues, or variances to instructions promptly to your line manager
• Adhere to company procedures, including absence, performance, and standards of behaviour, while reflecting company values
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements, and escalate concerns to your line manager
• Conduct equipment checks in line with procedures, reporting any defects

Key Skills and Experience
• Previous warehouse experience is essential
• Awareness of manual handling techniques is an advantage
• FLT licence (counterbalance) with a minimum of 12 months’ experience
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to manage pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.