PHP Developer

• *Job Title: PHP Developer
• *Location: Crewe, office based, with occasional support to our Winsford site.
• *Salary: £30,000–£35,000 (Based on experience)
• *Job Type: Full-time
• *Start Date: ASAP
• *About us

Vantec Europe Limited (VEU) are headquartered in Washington, Sunderland and owned by the Logisteed Group. We are one of the top third-party logistics (3PL) providers in the Japanese market and we are continuously growing our global business.

We currently operate 13 sites in the UK with a customer base in high volume automotive, premium automotive, construction equipment, lighting, automotive battery and offshore renewable energy industries.

Specialising in last mile logistics and process design, we use a range of innovative ways to add value to our clients creating strong partnerships and investing in a deep understanding of our customers’ business; their customers; the challenges they face and the goals they want to achieve.

Our services include Last-Mile / Just-In-Time (JIT) logistics, Warehousing, Kitting, Sequencing, Decant, Transport, and Linefeed. Our operations are underpinned by flexible and agile systems which integrate seamlessly with our customers and create robust processes.

Vantec created the UK’s first immersive ‘living warehouse’ in 2018 and continues to pioneer work in immersive technology. Vantec Interactive Experience (VIE) is an immersive platform that uses 360-degree and 270-degree interactive projection to create realistic environments for training, sales and learning.

Vantec are trailblazing within the industry in our drive to be carbon neutral and net zero by 2050. Through the introduction of interactive and engaging VIE 3D immersive suites; E-learning; Virtual Reality and Fork Lift Truck Simulators, recycling initiatives and by increasing our fleet of low carbon transport including electric and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).

We focus on building positivity and energy in our business, recognising the work of our teams. We value the communities around us, and we are extremely focused on ‘home grown talent’ with commitment to nurturing and growing our own people. With Vantec is not just a job, it’s a career and it’s here for the taking.

• *Job purpose**

As part of our growing tech team, this role is responsible for the development and maintenance of internal and external platforms using Laravel and related technologies. The developer will be the onsite representative for the central IT team, with primary focus being on Bentley development requirements. Also contributing to both new feature development and modernisation of legacy systems across the wider business, ensuring performance, scalability and maintainability.

• *1. Development**

Design, develop and maintain web applications using Laravel and PHP.

Migrate legacy systems to modern Laravel architecture.

Build multi-tenant SaaS applications with proper isolation and scalability.

Integrate third-party APIs and services.

Develop responsive frontend components using JavaScript (Vue.js or React).

Optimise database queries and implement caching strategies (e.g., Redis).

• *2. Support**

Provide support for internal platforms and tools.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the tech stack.

Collaborate with team members and operations to ensure smooth deployment and maintenance.

• *3. Performance Improvement**

Review existing systems and identify opportunities for optimisation.

Implement best practices for performance, security and maintainability.

Contribute to continuous improvement of development workflows.

• *4. Customer Management**

Work with internal stakeholders to test, train and deliver solutions.

Support management by attending project meetings and provide technical input.

Ensure customer expectations are managed and met.

• *5. People**

Collaborate effectively with other developers and departments.

Maintain constructive communication across the business.

• *6. Other Duties**

Perform other related duties as required in support of the IT department and business goals.

• *Employment Accountabilities
• *Stakeholder/Customer:

Deliver high-quality services and solutions.

Ensure frequent and effective communication channels are in place and maintained.

Maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

• *Staff/Team:**

Provide feedback and updates to the IT Manager.

Support team members and contribute to shared goals.

• *Processes:**

· Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to and updated in accordance with business and customer requirements.

· Ensure IT standard operation procedures (SOPs) are followed.

· Housekeeping in line with company 5S principles.

• *Results:**

· Respond to evolving priorities and business needs.

· Respond to operational reliability and system performance priorities in line with service level agreements.

· Deliver projects in line with quality, cost and delivery objectives.

· Achievement of daily workload in accurate and timely manner.

• *Knowledge and experience**

· Minimum three years of experience in software development (PHP / Java).

· At least two years of hands-on Laravel experience.

· Experience with REST API design and integration.

· Familiarity with database design and performance optimisation.

· Experience with frontend frameworks (Vue.js / React).

· Experience with Redis, Git, and CI/CD workflows.

• *Skills and abilities**

· Strong PHP and Laravel coding skills.

· Good numeracy and literacy skills.

· Good organisational, planning and administration skills.

· Ability to analyse data and present findings.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

· Passion for continuous learning and improvement.

• *Education/qualifications**

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering or related field.

Equivalent professional experience considered.

Driving licence

• *Desirable**

Experience with Java (Spring Boot)

Experience with Python

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Work Location: In person