Courier

Courier – RPS, Irlam

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RPS are seeking a Courier to join our growing team. Based at our Irlam Office, you will be working full time collecting crates of water quality samples from our clients and delivering them to our laboratories in Bedford and Salford
. The working hours are 40 hrs per week, Monday to Thursday, approximately between 17:00 – 03:00. The salary for this role is £27,500 per annum. Overtime rates and benefits are available.

This role focuses on collecting samples of water and wastewater and delivering them to our laboratory for analysis, using refrigerated transport. The vehicle is a Ford Transit sized van. Applicants must have no more than 3 penalty points professores at least 2 years driving experience, ideally from a similar role.

This work supports our client’s decision‑making related to wastewater treatment processes and pollution prevention. No prior experience is required – full training will be provided. Successful applicants will be provided with PPE and a company smart‑phone.

This is a customer‑facing role requiring excellent customer service skills. Applicants must have exceptional organisational skills and be able to work to deadlines. The work involves manual handling of manhole chamber covers and other heavy items. Flexibility regarding working hours is essential including early starts and late finishes as required. Overtime rates are paid accordingly.

• A full UK Driving Licence is essential
• Able to follow clear instruction and work to safe systems of work
• Able to work to Risk Assessments and Method Statements provided
• Ability to identify hazards and risks and complete a dynamic risk assessment
• Good organisational and route‑planning skills
• Demonstrable track record of reliability and flexibility
• Process driven and methodical with a good work ethic
• No more than three penalty points
• Minimum of 2 years previous driving experience

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway put you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their bandera wellbeing.

If we feel you are a good match you will be invited to a competency‑based interview.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. For further detail please contact jul

• Moving heavy items
• Working in all weather conditions