Job Title: Driver/ Depot Assistant
Reporting to: Depot Manager
Hourly Rate: £14.80
Contract Type: Casual
Location: Enfield, North London
Hours/Days per week: 37.5 hours per week, Shift basis 5 days out of 7 (Mon-Sun). Any 7.5 hours between 07:30 and 18:00.
Requirements: Felix can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK and a clean drivers license. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we do ask questions regarding unspent criminal records
We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.
Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.
We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.
We are looking for the Driver/Depot Assistant to play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our food distribution services. This position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a positive, can-do attitude. While the role offers a high degree of flexibility, initial responsibilities include:
Organising and sorting food deliveries at the depot- Driving or co-driving to deliver and collect food from partner organisations
As the face of Felix on the road, you will represent the charity to our supported organisations and help enhance the quality of service we provide. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build experience and make a meaningful impact in the charitable sector.
Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time.
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Willingness to engage in light to medium physical work as part of your daily job
- Previous warehouse experience and use of a pump truck
- Ability and willingness to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work within a team of varied individuals
- Meticulous organisation skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Database experience
- Committed to reducing food waste, food poverty
Full UK Driving Licence (with no more than 6 points) held for at least 1 year over age 21 for insurance purposes
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At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.
At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.
Once you apply you will be directed to our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and make sure that they are both uploaded before submitting your application. After you have submitted your application, you have 24 hours in which you can access you application and make edits. We will only consider applications with both CV and cover letter submitted.
We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.
