Driver & Dispatch Assistant
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Driver & Dispatch Assistant

  • Salary

    £24000 - £25000 per annum

  • Location

    Stevenage

  • Job type

    Permanent

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ROLE: Driver & Dispatch Assistant
LOCATION: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
SALARY: £25,000 Per Annum

We are currently recruiting for a Driver & Dispatch Assistant to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Stevenage.

This is a varied role combining dispatch, warehouse, stores, and delivery responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on position within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring products are packaged, processed, and dispatched accurately while also supporting collections and deliveries to customers and suppliers when required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and package products for dispatch in line with customer requirements and delivery schedules
  • Ensure goods are labelled, packed, and shipped using the most appropriate courier or transport method
  • Generate delivery notes and dispatch documentation using internal computer systems
  • Book courier collections and maintain all associated paperwork and records
  • Liaise with production and shop floor teams to coordinate the movement of finished products into dispatch
  • Maintain the finished goods store, ensuring stock is organised, accurate, and well managed
  • Support stock checks and inventory activities as required
  • Carry out customer and supplier deliveries and collections using company vehicles
  • Complete vehicle mileage, fuel, and delivery records accurately
  • Ensure compliance with company quality, environmental, and health & safety procedures
Essential Requirements
  • Previous experience within a dispatch, warehouse, stores, logistics, or goods-out environment
  • Full, clean UK driving licence
  • Experience preparing goods for dispatch, packaging, and shipping
  • Good computer skills and experience producing delivery notes or dispatch documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across production, operations, and administration teams
Desirable Experience
  • Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with courier booking systems and dispatch processes
  • Experience using ERP, stock control, or warehouse management systems
  • Experience carrying out stock checks and inventory management