Transport Operator (6 month FTC) NEW Dunstable Posted today £32270 Dunstable Distribution Perma[…]

Company: Superdrug Stores
Apply for the Transport Operator (6 month FTC) NEW Dunstable Posted today £32270 Dunstable Distribution Perma[…]
Location: Houghton Regis
Job Description:

Why Superdrug?

We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver that Superdrug feeling.

Here’s the exciting bit… a day includes

  • Full briefing and debriefing of driving teams to ensure communication of vital information and feedback captured
  • Preparing store bags and updating store instructions
  • Communicating with all required departments and support functions to ensure a smooth and timely operation
  • Ensure vehicles and trailers are road legal by following site defect processes
  • Provide first line contact for driving teams in the event of delivery queries, breakdowns, or emergency incidents
  • Engaging with maintenance and breakdown services to assist breakdowns and recoveries
  • Provide first line contact with stores in the event of schedule changes, delays and failures
  • Supporting other transport functions, holiday and absence cover when required

This job is a good fit for you if:

  • You enjoy working at a fast pace in an ever changing environment.
  • You are motivated by delivering results and can easily work to deadlines.
  • You are good at building strong working relationships.
  • You are self‑motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
  • You are honest, reliable, and dedicated to your role.
  • You have a strong work ethic with meticulous attention to detail.
  • You have a good attitude and aptitude with willingness to learn new skills.

What you’ll need:

  • 12 months previous administrator or operator experience within a transport environment (essential)
  • Experience of Telematics and Transport Management Systems would be an advantage
  • Flexible approach to performing other duties within the transport operation as requested by your Line Manager
  • Attention to detail
  • Confident and calm approach to deal with general transport challenges
  • Excellent time and attendance record
  • Good teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work on your own
  • Always demonstrate and maintain a high level of health and safety awareness within Transport, ensuring own safety and the safety of others. Adopting the ASW, H&S Values: Always Safe at work; think smart, think safe.

Here’s what’s in it for you

  • 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
  • 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
  • Company pension matching and bonus
  • We offer Wagestream – a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
  • Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
  • We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
  • Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes

Come and be part of something special.

Hours

40 | The hours will be 4 x 10hrs, on a 4 out of 7‑day rota subject to requirements between 6am – 4pm or 10am – 8pm (inc weekends and bank holidays).

Salary

£32,270

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Posted: July 24th, 2026