Warehouse Operative

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join our client's team on a temporary-to-permanent basis for the right candidate.

This is a varied role combining warehouse and driving duties, with a driving licence required as you may be required to deliver products to different sites.

Training & Shift Pattern

Please note: The dayshift will only be worked for the first 2 weeks to allow you to complete training and become familiar with the role.

Following the initial 2-week training period, you will move onto the nightshift on an ongoing basis.

Pay & Incentives

Dayshift - First 2 Weeks Only

• £13.05 per hour
• Increasing to £13.17 per hour after 12 weeks

Nightshift - Ongoing

• £14.68 per hour
• Increasing to £14.81 per hour after 12 weeks

Quarterly Bonus

• Potential to earn a £750 quarterly bonus after 12 weeks' service

Working Hours

Dayshift - First 2 Weeks Only

• Monday to Friday: 05:30 - 14:30
• Every fourth Saturday: 08:00 - 12:00

Nightshift - Ongoing

• Monday to Wednesday: 22:00 - 06:30
• Thursday to Friday: 22:00 - 07:30

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading goods safely
• Picking and preparing customer orders
• Ensuring products are handled carefully and delivered in suitable condition
• Supporting general warehouse duties
• Stock counting and general stock control
• Putting stock away accurately
• Following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety
• Working effectively as part of a busy team
• Driving to locations including Dumfries, Carlisle, Lancaster and Glasgow

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Previous warehouse and/or driving experience
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to handle products safely and responsibly
• Ability to follow SOPs consistently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Comfortable working across both warehouse and driving duties
• Must be available to complete 2 weeks of dayshift training before moving onto the ongoing nightshift

Additional Information

A Drugs & Alcohol test will be carried out within the first 6 weeks of employment.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position, with the potential to secure a permanent role, benefit from increased pay rates and earn a £750 quarterly bonus.

Important: The dayshift is for training purposes only and will last for the first 2 weeks. The role will then move to the nightshift on an ongoing basis

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.