Logistics Support Technician

Location: Bangor
Salary: £16.68 per hour
Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: 6 months, with possible extension
Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026 at 12 noon

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a public sector organisation for a Logistics Support Technician to join their team based in Bangor.

This is a varied operational logistics role supporting fleet, supplies and service delivery activities across Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe transportation and delivery of equipment, supplies and personnel, vehicle and equipment checks, stock and asset management, maintenance and decontamination duties, and supporting operational incidents when required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive a range of specialist service vehicles, including LGVs, vans, cars and fire appliances across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
• Safely transport and deliver equipment, materials, supplies and personnel to operational locations, training exercises and incidents.
• Load and unload vehicles and goods using forklift trucks and other mechanical handling equipment.
• Carry out vehicle inspections, refuelling and routine checks, reporting any defects.
• Support the issue, receipt, transfer and inventory management of operational appliances and equipment.
• Test, inspect, calibrate and maintain a range of operational equipment and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Support the testing, cleaning, repair and decontamination of firefighting equipment and PPE.
• Assist with stocktaking, inventory checks and the secure transportation of sensitive items.
• Support the deployment and resupply of welfare facilities at operational incidents.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, stores and work areas to a high standard.
• Participate in a regional standby rota to provide logistical support outside normal working hours when required.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer service while adhering to relevant health, safety and security procedures.

Essential Criteria:

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a service delivery environment which included driving Large Goods Vehicles (LGV).
• A full, current HGV/LGV Category C UK driving licence.
• A full, current B+E UK driving licence.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Management Information Systems.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide accurate and timely information.
• A customer-focused approach.
• Strong planning, organisational, prioritisation and attention-to-detail skills.
• A Counterbalance and Reach & Tier forklift truck licence, or willingness to complete the required training.

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject or equivalent qualification.
• Qualification and/or experience in a technical or maintenance role.
• Knowledge or experience of Fire & Rescue Service equipment.
• Cat D1 UK driving licence.

Please note: Candidates must meet the full essential criteria by the closing date to be considered for the position.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.