Driver & Dispatch Assistant

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 proceduresEssential 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 teamsDesirable 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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed