Logistics Assistant

At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.

Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.

We are looking for a Logistics Assistant to join our Freight and Distribution team. Reporting into our Logistics Manager, this role will support the efficient planning, coordination, and execution of transport and logistics operations, including van driving, route planning, vehicle maintenance, alongside container & equipment storage, maintenance & loading. Crucially, this role ensures timely and compliant movement of goods and equipment across domestic and international routes.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Transport Operations

• Drive company vans for scheduled and ad-hoc deliveries and collections
• Contribute towards the planning of transport & freight movements
• Coordinate ad-hoc transport bookings and movements as required

Fleet and Vehicle Management

• Monitor and schedule vehicle and plant maintenance to ensure operational readiness
• Ensure vehicle compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Order fuel and manage toll payments for domestic routes

Container and Equipment Handling

• Ensure storage facilities and operational areas are maintained and organised
• Assist with container refurbishment and refresh activities (e.g., relabelling, cleaning, tidying & repairs)
• Position containers for operational access or storage, ensuring readiness for loading/unloading
• Assist with loading/unloading of stillages and pallets and general freight preparation
• Operate forklifts as trained in compliance with H&S requirements and regulations
• Report any damages to equipment, plant, containers and vehicles

• Occasional travel may be required
• You may be asked for flexibility in working hours to support operational demands

In this role it is essential that you are:

• Flexible and adaptable
• Process driven and detail orientated
• Proactive, with a willingness to carry out additional tasks or responsibilities as directed by your manager or the management team.

You will need to have current UK driving license in this role.

Not essential to be successful in the role but you may also have the following qualifications:

• HGV license
• Forklift certification/competency

Prior to the role it would be essential that you:

• Experience in transport planning and logistics coordination
• Remaining compliant with company safety and security protocols

Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:

• Experience using logistics or fleet management software (desirable)

Prior to the role it is essential that you demonstrate:

• Dangerous goods awareness
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and customs procedures
• Basic mechanical understanding for vehicle/plant maintenance coordination
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively