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National Sameday is proud to be one of the main sponsors for the Silsoe Stride (5K, 10K and Children’s Fun Run) which will be held on 30th June 2019 at Wrest Park, Silsoe in Bedford.

The Annual Silsoe Stride is organised by volunteers from the local village with National Sameday as the main sponsor and National Sameday staff members helping on the day. The 5K and 10K races will take runners through a picturesque route of local farmland set within the historic surroundings of Wrest Park. The 5K and 10K Run will also be chip-timed and provide a professional-quality running experience for seasoned runners, as well as a friendly, community atmosphere to encourage and support new and beginner runners.

This year, National Sameday sponsored the race for the fourth consecutive year with all profits are shared to beneficiaries within the village including the School PTA and Pre-School, maintenance of the Village Hall and Millennium Green and village sports clubs.

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English Heritage – Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedford >>

More than 430 runners braved the hot weather conditions to take part in the annual running event Silsoe Stride at Wrest Park, Silsoe on Sunday 24^th June.

The Annual Silsoe Stride is organised by volunteers from the local village with National Sameday as the main sponsor.  Now in its sixth year, the event has grown in popularity, and this years even saw many families turn out to take part, including almost 100 youngsters who took part in their very own Children’s Fun Run after the event.

The 5K and 10K races took runners on a picturesque route of local farmland set within the historic surroundings of Wrest Park.  This year, National Sameday sponsored the race for the third consecutive year and had a team of almost 20 runners take part.

Commenting on the event, Partha Dey, Managing Director of National Sameday said “Congratulations to everyone who took part in the 5K and 10K – and not forgetting the superfast fun run youngsters.  National Sameday is delighted to sponsor this established event, supporting the community to encourage people of all running abilities to improve their health and wellbeing in a special historical setting.  I can’t wait to join the runners on the start line in 2019.”

For more details on the Silsoe Stride you can visit their dedicated website www.silsoestride.co.uk.

English Heritage site for more information to plan a visit to Wrest Park.

Operation Controller (s) –  Mon – Fri / 4 on 4 off  (Day or Night shifts available)
Based at our Luton Office.

Everybody and every industry relies on transport and logisitics – National Sameday specialise in an exciting, fast-paced and ever-changing same day courier sector. Our staff are constantly kept on their toes and adapt quickly to this fast moving environment. We are now hiring for an Operations Controller with various shifts available (Mon – Fri / 4 on 4 off – Day or Night) based in our Luton Office.

Main Responsibilities:

• Taking telephone bookings accurately and dealing with queries from clients and couriers
• Maintaining our service level agreements with key clients
• Monitor jobs to POD and completion keeping everyone informed in a professional and helpful manner and inputting details on our systems
• Respond to emails requesting services or a quotation swiftly and in a polite and timely manner.
• Be proactive and keep all staff or customers informed of any issues/delays
• Provide a detailed and clear handover to Out of Hours staff highlighting any operational concerns

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a good, confident telephone manner when dealing with clients and customers
• Computer literacy, ability to use and pick up our in-house systems
• Highly organized, effective and logical thinker with ability to multitask
• Flexible approach to working hours – punctual and excellent attendance
• Ability to work without constant supervision in a high pressured transport environment
• Previous transport experience and good geographical knowledge

So if you are up for the challenge and are looking for a new opportunity as an Operations Controller then please apply online stating whether you are interest in Day or Night shifts with your full CV and cover letter.

All job offers are given based on successful assessment, CRC check and detailed reference checks .

In return National Sameday will offer:

• Competitive salary along with 20 days holidays a year.
• Regular on-going work.
• Overtime and weekend shifts available.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We are open 24/7 throughout Christmas and the New Year period but do have a reduced operation. Should you have any same day courier requirements during this period please do contact us as early as possible to book.

Tel: 01582 400 200
Email: ops@nationalsameday.com

Christmas Holiday Payment Notice to Suppliers:
Please note that although our Operations remains open our Accounts department will be closed over the holidays and will re-open on 8th January 2018.

Have a wonderful Christmas!

National Sameday