Casual General/ Warehouse Operatives

Ashton Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking General Operatives for various roles in Belfast. These temporary positions require flexibility across multiple sites, loading and unloading goods, and performing general labour tasks. Candidates should have previous experience in warehouse or port settings, be physically fit, and possess basic English communication skills. The roles offer a pay rate of £12.21 to £12.50 per hour, with some opportunities for overtime. PPE will be supplied, and drug testing may be conducted.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in port, warehouse, or general labouring work.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Flexible with shifts and able to work across multiple sites.
• Good understanding of health & safety.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• Basic English communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles or containers.
• Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch.
• Inspecting and storing deliveries.
• General labouring tasks and site clean-up.
• Operating machinery and tools safely.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Following health and safety regulations.

Skills

Manual handling

Basic English communication

Reliability and punctuality

Understanding of health & safety

Job description

We are currently recruiting General Operatives for a range of leading companies across multiple sites in the Belfast area. These roles offer a great opportunity to gain experience in both port and warehouse environments, supporting the efficient handling, movement, and storage of goods.

Position: Adhoc Workers- General Operatives/ Warehouse Operatives

Location: Belfast

Duration: Temporary Ongoing (Shifts will be confirmed on a Weekly/ Daily Basis)

Rate of Pay: £12.21 to £12.50 per hour with some companies offering overtime at weekends and after 6pm (£15.34 per hour)

Shifts:

Monday to Friday- 8am to 5pm

Saturdays and Sundays- 12:30pm to 8:30pm

Monday to Friday- 4 hour shift

Duties will include (but not be limited to):

• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles, ships, or containers using manual handling or equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet trucks).
• Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch accurately and efficiently.
• Receiving, inspecting, and storing deliveries, ensuring correct documentation and stock rotation.
• General labouring tasks, including moving materials, site clean-up, and supporting skilled workers as required.
• Operating machinery and tools, following site safety protocols and proper procedures (training provided if necessary).
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment, indoors and outdoors.
• Following health and safety regulations and wearing appropriate PPE at all times.
• Flexible working across multiple sites and adapting to varying tasks in port, warehouse, or general industrial settings.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience in port, warehouse, or general labouring work
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks
• Flexible with shifts and able to work across multiple sites
• Good understanding of health & safety
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
• Basic English communication skills
• Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable Criteria:

• CSR Card

Note:

Our client will supply PPE (Not including Safety Boots) and undertake Drug & Alcohol Tests unannounced.

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business