Warehouse Assistant & Delivery Driver
Ground Control
No pay info
Dartford
Full time, permanent
The Breakroom Take
About Ground Control
Ground Control is an grounds maintenance business.
Job description from Ground Control
Location: Dartford plus national travel
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
About The Role
We are seeking a Driver / Store Person to support our geotechnical and groundwork operations by managing logistics, transport, and inventory control. This role ensures our teams have the right tools, machinery, and materials on-site efficiently and safely.
Key Responsibilities
Transport & Delivery: Drive company vehicles (vans, trucks, flatbeds) to deliver equipment and materials, ensuring timely and safe transport.
Stock & Warehouse Management: Maintain inventory records, conduct regular checks, and store tools and materials securely.
Equipment Handling & Maintenance: Operate forklifts, conduct basic tool maintenance, and coordinate site mobilisation.
Health, Safety & Compliance: Follow all HSE policies, conduct vehicle inspections, and adhere to transport regulations.
Site Support: Work closely with site teams, arrange urgent deliveries, and assist with unloading heavy equipment.
Essential
Skills & Experience
Valid UK driving licence (Category B; Category C preferred).
Experience in logistics, stores, or driving within construction, geotechnical, or groundwork sectors.
Strong organisational skills and ability to handle heavy equipment safely.
Basic mechanical knowledge for minor tool maintenance.
Desirable
Forklift licence (Counterbalance/Reach).
Street Works qualification (NRSWA).
CSCS card, First Aid, or Fire Marshal training.
Why Join Us
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
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Job insights from Breakroom
Warehouse operative
Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products
What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:
- Take delivery of goods and raw materials
- Pack and wrap goods
- Check for damaged or missing items
- Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
- Load goods ready for dispatch
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Heavy lifting
- Night work
- Cleaning
- Physical activities
Map
Dartford
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What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do Ground Control pay a living wage?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
69% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Ground Control get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
69% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Ground Control pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
82% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Hours and flexibility
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Okay
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Ground Control worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
Okay
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Ground Control workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
40% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and October 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Good
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Ground Control?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
75% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Ground Control?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
73% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at Ground Control feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
62% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Okay
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Ground Control get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
46% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Okay
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Ground Control?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
62% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t recommend their team
Do people at Ground Control recommend working with their team?
Not many people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
85% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Ground Control?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
54% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Ground Control?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 69% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Ground Control head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
75% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Ground Control is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Ground Control employees say about their job
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Best thing
work place is never the same, allways new area
Worst thing
management not experienced in the trade not fully understanding how jobs are undertaken sufficiently with out micro managing the staff on site bringing team spirit down.
Machine operator at Ground Control, August 2024
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