Scheduler / Driver

3 weeks ago

Rushden, United Kingdom Serve Full time

**Job Title**:Scheduler/Driver

**Location**:Rushden

**Salary**: £24,500 per annum

**Job types**: Full Time - Fixed Term (2 years)

**About us**:
SERVE is a charity established in 1981, registered as a charity in 1995, and based in Rushden, Northamptonshire. We support the North Northamptonshire residents as well as lead on Countywide Projects to reduce isolation amongst the Older Person's population. SERVE support North Northamptonshire residents as well as lead on Countywide Projects to reduce isolation amongst the Older Person's population.

**About the Role**:
The role of scheduler is to allocate transport journeys to volunteer drivers in a consistent manner using the Transport Software provided. Riving responsibilities to take place to cover lack of capacity.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract with possibility of becoming permanent.

The role is Monday to Friday - 8.30AM TO 4.30PM

**Key responsibilities**:

- Develop an effective and efficient rostering system
- Take transportation bookings over the phone in reception or through our online platform
- Allocate journeys to volunteer drivers who use their own vehicles or SERVE's fleet vehicles in a timely manner
- Communicate effectively with the beneficiaries and volunteers and assist with queries on disabled access
- Liaise with the Transport Manager to ensure volunteers have appropriate training on the vehicles and supporting disabled beneficiaries
- Ensure records of beneficiaries and volunteers are accurate, up-to-date and stored in line with data protection legislation
- Carry out any other duties consistent with the responsibilities of this post
- Drive the minibus/WAV as required

**About you**:
**Required**:

- Experience working in workforce management, logistics or analytics (or similar environment)
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Experience of scheduling rotas
- Experience of Microsoft Office software and computer literate

**Desired**:

- Experience and/or understanding of Community Transport and the importance of accessible travel
- Experience of working with people with disabilities
- Experience working within a voluntary organisation
- Personal experience of volunteering

**Skills Criteria**:

- Excellent IT skills, Microsoft 365 knowledge
- Experienced with using different scheduling software packages
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent telephone, verbal and written skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Must be willing to have an enhanced DBS check through the Disclosure and Barring Service
- Able to drive the WAV and support volunteers - Driver's License Required
- D1 on drivers licence is desirable

**Benefits**:

- Training & development opportunities
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme

**Closing Date**: 18th August 2023 at 4.00pm

**Start Date**: 02/10/23

Please click on the **APPLY** button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

  • VNA Driver

    1 week ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom Impact Recruitment Ltd Full time

    ROLE: VNA Driver LOCATION: Rushden SHIFT: - Monday to Friday - 0800-1600 PAY RATE: £13.00 per hour Do you have experience of driving a VNA forklift truck? Are you looking for a temporary to permanent opportunity? Do you enjoy working in a team environment and learning new skills? If so, we would like to hear from you! As a VNA Forklift Driver, you will be...

  • Hgv Class1 Ltd Tramping Driver

    1 month ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom WPRG Ltd Full time

    WPRG Are recruiting for a Tramper driver at our client in Rushden This position is for drivers with their own LTD company. Shifts will include weekends and will mostly be tramping shifts with nights out. Long distance delivery of fresh produce in refrigerated trailers. - Temporary ongoing basis - Minimum two years’ experience - Valid licence, tacho and...

  • Warehouse/driver

    1 month ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom Berry UK Containers Ltd. - (formerly RPC Containers Ltd) Full time

    Warehouse/Driver Job Description Working on a Continental Shift pattern (12 hours shifts 7.00 - 7.00. 3 days on, 2 off. 3 nights on, 4 off) **Reporting to**:Warehouse Manager **The main responsibilities will include**: - Ensuring compliance at all times with company policy and procedures regarding health & safety, housekeeping and hygiene. - The...

  • Forklift Driver

    4 days ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom MONOWORLD RECYCLING LTD Full time

    We are looking experienced counterbalance Fork Lift Truck driver at their busy recycling site in Rushden Northamptonshire. This involves loading and unloading of trailers and containers, and assisting with baling and granulating operations. Previous experience with bale clamps would be useful although not essential. Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, you will...

  • Transport Planner

    14 hours ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom RJC Lowloaders Limited Full time

    **Transport Planner.** **Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire** Salary Range: £33,800 to £41,600 based on experience. RJC Lowloaders Ltd is looking to recruit an experienced transport coordinator for our busy transport office. **The company.** Family run business, established over 40 years prides itself on teamwork and delivering excellent customer...

  • Hgv Class 1 Tramper

    1 month ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom WPRG Ltd Full time

    WPRG are recruiting for a Tramper driver at our client in Rushden This position is for drivers with their own LTD company. Shifts will include weekends and will mostly be tramping shifts with nights out. The bookings will vary, sometimes it will be 2/3 days at a time and sometimes it will be 5/6 days at a time so flexibility is required. Long distance...

  • Trainee Landscaper

    1 month ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom Addingtons Full time

    You will be joining a Landscaping and Design company, we offer quality design and professional landscapers. You will work with other landscapers with many years experience with the ability to learn from them and develop any skills you may already have. You will be employed as either a Trainee Landscaper or Landscaper dependent on experience. - **Personal...

  • Long Distance Van Driver

    1 month ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom SK Distribution & Supplies Ltd Full time

    ONLY APPLY IF AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Essential Requirement - Vehicle knowledge to carry out daily checks and comply with legal requirement. - Luton Curtainsider Van - Excellent Customer Service and communication skills - Ability to follow instructions Your duties will include: - Long distance timed deliveries - Completing paperwork and Apps In return we...

  • Mental Health Navigator

    4 weeks ago

    Rushden, United Kingdom Northamptonshire Mind Full time

    **Full Job Description** **Are you looking for a new challenge in a role where no two days are the same?** **Are you passionate about helping & supporting people.** **Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of individuals experiencing mental health problems and distress?** **Who we are** Northamptonshire Mind is one of the largest mental...