Job Title: Facilities Logistics Assistant
Department: Estates
Salary: £25,299 to £26,812 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, the Facilities Logistics Assistant is responsible for providing operational and logistical support across the College estate.
The Courier is responsible for providing a safe, reliable and efficient transport and delivery service across all College sites. The role primarily supports College Catering Services through the collection and transportation of food, supplies and equipment between campuses, ensuring deliveries are completed safely and on time. The postholder will also support the wider College through the transportation of mail, packages, documents, furniture and equipment, whilst maintaining high standards of customer service and professionalism.
During periods of reduced courier demand, the postholder will support the Estates team with general operational activities appropriate to the grade of the role.
Responsible to: Facilities Supervisor
To take responsibility and be accountable for the following:
- Collect, transport and deliver food, catering supplies and equipment between College campuses, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with food hygiene and health and safety requirements.
- Work closely with Catering Department Leads to coordinate food deliveries and support the effective operation of catering services across all College sites.
- Collect, transport and deliver mail, packages, documents, equipment and materials between College sites in a safe, timely and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections and vehicle usage.
- Ensure the College vehicle is maintained in a clean, tidy and roadworthy condition, carrying out routine vehicle checks and reporting defects promptly.
- Monitor and record vehicle mileage, servicing requirements and any maintenance issues, reporting concerns to the Estates Department.
- Ensure all College vehicles are secured, parked safely and operated in accordance with College policies and road traffic legislation.
- Provide a professional and customer-focused service to staff, students, visitors and external stakeholders.
- Resolve delivery-related issues promptly and escalate concerns where appropriate.
- Transport equipment and materials safely in accordance with manual handling procedures, risk assessments and College health and safety requirements.
- Adhere to all College policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Data Protection requirements.
- During periods of reduced courier activity, support the Estates team with general operational duties appropriate to the grade of the post. This may include room set-ups, porterage, furniture moves, stock checks, campus inspections, meter readings, delivery support and other non-specialist Estates activities.
- Work flexibly across College sites and assist with College events, enrolment activities, open events and other operational requirements as required.
- Carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post as reasonably requested by management.
Essential Criteria:
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Experience of driving and making deliveries
- Experience working within facilities, estates, caretaking, logistics or operational support services
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain accurate records using IT systems
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently using initiative
- Understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- Flexible approach to work and changing priorities
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience supporting events and functions
- Experience within a catering, hospitality or food service environment
- Food Safety Level 2 Qualification
- Experience of undertaking building inspections or compliance checks
- Experience within an educational environment
- Basic facilities or building maintenance experience
Please Note
This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
Why Join The City of Liverpool College?
As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.
Here are some of the benefits available to you:
Generous holiday allowance
Up to 30 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter.
Pension Scheme
You'll be part of the Aviva pension scheme, with contributions of up to 10%.
Employee Benefits Platform
As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond.
Health and Wellbeing
As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns.
You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, a secure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules
as well as daily wellbeing tips.
Medicash Scheme
Access to Medicash health plans – supporting you and your family with enhanced access to treatment, wellbeing services, and expert care whenever you need it. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round.
Life Assurance
We offer life assurance to give you and your family added peace of mind — with a benefit of up to three times your annual salary payable in the event of death in service.
Travel
We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
Professional Development
We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.
College Benefits
Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.
About The City of Liverpool College
The City of Liverpool College is a leading education provider for almost 12,000 students across the Liverpool City Region, from ages 16 and up.
Our passion for nurturing talent and personal approach to teaching makes sure all our students are fully equipped to realise their potential and be empowered to live out their career ambitions.
We believe in opportunity for all and offer access to both academic and vocational courses. From GCSE to degree level, our students achieve some of the highest exam results in the region.
As a recognised leader in skills and education, we are proud to have been named the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce 2024 Skills Provider of the Year, a testament to our deep-rooted commitment to delivering outstanding education that meets the needs of our students and the regional economy. We are also a proud member of the Chartered Institution for Further Education, reinforcing our position as a centre of excellence within the sector. Our recent Ofsted inspection rated us ‘Outstanding’ for Adult Provision and Personal Development, highlighting our dedication to providing life-changing education that empowers learners at every stage of their journey.
Our Mission
To provide high quality skills and education by delivering opportunities for growth to all people and businesses of the Liverpool City Region.
Our Goals
- Deliver world class skills in business
- Provide an outstanding learning and student experience
- Develop the talent for sustainable employment
Safeguarding Our Students
The City of Liverpool College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare our learners, and all staff will require an Enhanced DBS check.
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