Porter

Job Introduction

Porter

• University of Greenwich, Medway Campus, Central Avenue, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TB

• £13.45ph + excellent benefits 

• 40hrs pw Monday to Friday Fixed Term Contract duration 9 months

• Rota Basis 7.30am -15.30pm or 11.30am - 20.00pm

• Full clean driving license essential

• Age 25yrs + due to insurance purposes for driving luton vans

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Help keep a world-class university moving

Are you practical, reliable and passionate about delivering great service?

We're looking for a Porter to join our team at the University of Greenwich Medway Campus, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operation of a vibrant educational environment.

From setting up rooms for lectures and events to moving equipment, handling deliveries and supporting campus services, no two days are the same. If you're someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in a job well done and thrives as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Porter, you'll be at the heart of campus operations, helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-organised environment for students, staff and visitors.

What You’ll Do:

• Moving furniture, equipment, materials and supplies across campus
• Supporting the collection and delivery of post and parcels
• Assisting with stock deliveries and equipment transfers
• Setting up rooms and event spaces for meetings, teaching and special events
• Supporting University events and activities
• Maintaining tidy and safe internal and external areas
• Assisting with waste collection and removal
• Delivering excellent customer service to students, staff and visitors
• Working closely with colleagues across Sodexo and the University
• Following Health & Safety and COSHH procedures at all times

What You Bring:

• Customer-focused and professional
• Positive, reliable and self-motivated
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communicators with a helpful, can-do attitude
• Organised and able to manage changing priorities
• Committed to delivering high standards of service
• Experience driving commercial vehicles, including Luton vans
• Experience in a portering, facilities, logistics, estates or support services role ideal
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Experience driving commercial vehicles, including Luton vans
• Flexibility to support occasional out-of-hours requirements when needed

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you.

With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.