12060-Yard Assistant- Fleet Department- Fixed Term contract for 12 months
| Company: | Cohens Chemist |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Bolton, BL6 4SA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Yard Assistant- Fleet Department- Fixed Term contract for 12 months working 16 hours a week at Head office, Lynstock House, Lynstock Way, Lostock, Bolton, BL6 4SA
You must have a Full UK driving licence that you have held for at least 12 months with no more than 3 points
You must be confident to drive a large commercial van – for example a Volkswagen Crafter
You must have the physical ability to complete manual lifting tasks involving heavy items
Working pattern:
Tuesday 15:00-19:00
Wednesday 15:00-19:00
Thursday 15:00-19:00
Friday 15:00-19:00
The Company
The Cohen’s Group delivers a friendly and trusted pharmacy service through our network of branches to local communities. The Cohen’s Group prides itself on customer service and offering a personalised service to everyone we work with.
Brief Role Description
Assisting the Fleet Maintenance & Compliance operative with:
The maintenance of yard safety
The maintenance of a suite of circa 80 fleet vehicles
You will be working within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment, ensuring daily compliance is adhered to as per the legislation set by the authorised governing bodies within the pharmaceutical sector.
This role requires a motivated individual who is a higher performer and passionate about the quality of work they produce!
You must be very personable and enjoy engaging with all team members, with a view of building strong working relationships.
You must follow all policies to the letter and thus adhere to department guidelines regarding safety, hygiene and good distribution practices.
Key Responsibilities
• Always adhering to legal and regulatory compliance, including Health & Safety, Medicines & Health Regulatory Agency (MHRA) guidelines
• Ensuring required quality standards are met
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a large team
• Maintain the security of the vehicles and premises
• Support the Maintenance & Compliance operative with the safe management of the vehicle yard
• Follow strict health & safety protocols and procedures with regards to parking and loading arrangements
• Support with sortation and loading of consignments when required
• Assist with the maintenance of all Fleet vehicles
• Actively promote and enforce GDP guidelines to ensure 100% adherence by all Fleet staff
Additional Duties
• Basic Clear DBS check will be required
• Delivery of goods to customers driving the Crafter van in a way which protects the integrity and quality of products we are distributing
• Active participation in Training and Operational Meetings
• Adherence to the highway code
Objectives
• Ensure the accurate and timely departure of all Fleet Drivers
• Maintenance of acceptable temperature and storage requirements
• Accurate completion of all documentation
• Assistance with the collection and storage of empty trays, rubbish, consumables as required
• Daily dialogue / handover with Fleet Management
Employee Attributes
• Multi-skilled ability, willing to learn any task required
• Enthusiastic and pro-active attitude is a must
• High level of attention to detail with a ‘right first time’ approach
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