Warehouse & Forklift Operative

Join Our Team

We're looking for a motivated and reliable Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and wants to be part of a supportive and collaborative workplace.

Working closely with Managers and the wider warehouse team, you'll help ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant movement of stock while supporting our commitment to Health & Safety, Quality, and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support Warehouse Managers in delivering efficient day-to-day operations while maintaining compliance with company, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Safely load and unload vehicles, ensuring products are handled with care and secured appropriately.
• Verify incoming goods, accurately label stock, and record movements using our warehouse management systems.
• Prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring correct labelling and safe loading onto the appropriate vehicles.
• Assist with inbound, outbound, and internal stock movements in line with warehouse procedures and quality requirements.
• Carry out quality control checks on products received, stored, and dispatched from site.
• Identify and report any non-conformities relating to product quality, compliance, health and safety, or operational procedures.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed in line with training received.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse leadership and other departments to support business objectives and project deadlines.
• Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safely and responsibly, promoting best practice at all times.
• Support the wider Warehouse Leadership Team with additional duties as required.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Experience operating a forklift in a busy warehouse setting.
• Current and valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent manual dexterity.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a diverse team.
• Good numeracy skills.
• Basic IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work safely, efficiently, and accurately under pressure.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• A positive team player with a strong work ethic.
• Enthusiastic, dependable, and committed to delivering high standards.
• Keen to learn, develop, and progress within the business.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Supportive of colleagues and willing to help others succeed.
• Respectful of diversity and committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
• Someone who brings energy, positivity, and a good sense of humour to the team.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 per hour
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
• Shifts are Available Monday to Sunday (with optional overtime). We currently have vacancies for the following shift pattern:
• 08:00 - 16:30
• Fixed-term contract until 8th January 2027, with the possibility of extension
• Supportive and collaborative team environment