Chill Warehouse Operative

DFDS UK & Ireland; Camaghael; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Scotland is looking for a Warehouse Operative to manage the processing of fresh fish products. This role requires excellent physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to work in cold conditions. Responsibilities include handling orders, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety standards. The position offers various benefits such as life assurance, a contributory pension scheme, and employee assistance programs. If you are reliable and a team player, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Wellbeing platform access

Mental health support

Cashback on health care

Qualifications

• Willingness to work in a chilled environment for extended periods.
• Ability to remain on feet for long durations.
• Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Handle and process fresh fish products with care and hygiene.
• Load and unload deliveries efficiently and safely.
• Pick and pack orders to meet quality targets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in working areas.
• Adhere to health, safety, and food safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical fitness

Team collaboration

Job description

We are currently seeking a dependable and hardworking individual to join our team as a Warehouse Operative in a fast-paced fish processing warehouse. This role is ideal for candidates who are flexible, reliable, and comfortable working in cold environments.

Be part of the movement – and play your part.

About the role

Working on any 5 from 7, you will be responsible for:

• Handling and processing fresh fish products with care and attention to hygiene standards

• Loading and unloading deliveries efficiently and safely

• Picking and packing orders to meet quality and accuracy targets

• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in all working areas

• Adhering to all health, safety, and food safety regulations

About you

We are looking for an individual who is willing to work in a chilled environment for extended periods and with flexibility around variable scheduling. The role requires good physical fitness and the ability to remain on your feet for long durations. A strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high‑quality standards are essential, along with reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

We offer an extraordinary work environment that requires a special bond with your colleagues.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover

• Contributory company pension scheme

• Holiday Purchase Scheme

• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

• Full employee assistance programme including:

• Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face-to-face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

• Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

• Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.