Warehouse Operative - Vaults (Part Time)

Main Purpose of Job

We currently have a number of opportunities for Warehouse Operative - Vaults to join our team in Wymondham, NORWICH and be a part of our continued success.

As a Warehouse Operative - Vaults (Vault Officer) you will be at the very heart of our operation. Your primary responsibility will be all aspects of security and operations of the vaults including security and traceability of cash containers (including notes and coins) entering, within and leaving the vault department. 

You will also need to work within the company procedural guidelines to ensure a high quality of service is consistently maintained with optimum efficiency. Due to the nature of the industry in which we operate, you will need to be confident working to stringent procedures within a highly regulated environment. This will ensure that our service remains superior and that our customers’ requirements are met with optimum efficiency.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

The Role:

• Operate in a receipt and dispatch function dealing with internal and/or external customers, including responsibility for ensuring accurate and secure loading/unloading of CIT, ATM and Trunker vehicles.
• Carry out daily Vault Audits, identifying and investigating discrepancies and reporting to management as necessary.
• Be aware of health and safety issues and ensure all staff are able to work in a safe manner. 
• Control exit and entry of vehicles to loading bay(s) and branch where applicable.
• Must always adhere to Operational Standing Orders.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and ensure records are retained and stored correctly.
• Carry out any other duties that are deemed reasonable.
• Liaise with other departments, branches, customers and suppliers, as appropriate, to resolve issues and maintain service.
• Follow company procedures to ensure the security of cash, valuables, staff and premises is maintained at all times.
• Ensure 5S standards are consistently reviewed and adhered to.
• Responsible for opening and closing of the vaults both routinely and in an emergency using appropriate security measures.
• Using a computerised system (Viper) to ensure an audit trail for all cash/containers is maintained at all times.
• Prepare consignments of customer funds for dispatch to vehicles.
• This job description will be subject to change in accordance with operational developments and the job holder’s expertise
• Full and proper use of mechanical handling equipment.
• Undertake training activities as required.
• Issue, receive and maintain security of all keys held within the secure area .
• Monitor branch and vehicle holdings to ensure they are within insurance indemnities, reporting any potential breaches.
• You’ll also need to have a flexible approach to working hours (including weekends and bank holidays), being happy to adapt plans to meet changing circumstances.
• Undertake other duties that may reasonably be assigned to you by your line manager or the business.

This job description will be subject to change in accordance with operational developments and the job holder’s expertise.

Pay starts at £14.87 per hour, rising to £15.17 after 6 months, rising to £15.47 after 12 months (plus night allowance if applicable)

This is a part-time job role based on 25 hours per week. 

Person Specification

So what makes a successful Warehouse Operative - Vaults (Vault Officer)?

• Firstly, you will need to be confident in communicating at all levels in both written and spoken English.
• You will need to be confident following specific procedures and instructions.
• An appropriate level of numeracy is also very important.
• You must also be able to work to tight deadlines.
• Previous experience using IT and computer systems would be extremely beneficial.
• Must be comfortable working within a secure, confined and highly regulated environment.
• You must also be willing to undertake shift work
• You will need to be able to work as part of a team.
• Finally, you must be continuously focused on providing a top notch service to our customers by being efficient, flexible and at all times security conscious.

In addition to a culture that believes in promoting from within, we offer up to five weeks of paid holiday and paid overtime, as well as the following benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible working policies
• We Care - providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing
• HSF - Health Cash Plans
• Corporate perks and discounts (Perks @ Work and Home)
• Payroll Giving
• Training and Development Opportunities (inc Apprenticeships in England)

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We also have some specific security criteria that you will need to meet:

• You must be able to pass a criminal record check as well as a personal credit and ID check.
• You’ll need to provide 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history that we can check and verify.
• You will need to be prepared to undergo airport style searches when entering and leaving our premises and be comfortable working within a secure warehouse environment.

This role will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner. We will provide all the training and support to help you to progress as a key member of our world-class team. 

G4S Cash Solutions (UK) Ltd is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employee's feel respected and able to give their best and is proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

What do our employees say about working for G4S?

“I joined G4S because I thought it would be good for my career progression and a very interesting job.
The application and recruitment process was very easy quick, and the trainers were very helpful.
I would definitely recommend G4S to anyone looking for work.”

“The good thing about working here is that the company provides all the training they think I need so that I have the right skills for the job I do.
I’m from Hong Kong and everyone treats me like family here. Everyone is very nice and very friendly and I’m very happy here.”

“I’m excited to start something new and different with new challenges.
It’s a very male orientated role, but that doesn’t put me off and it’s definitely suitable for both males and females.
I’ve already recommended G4S to a friend of mine!”

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