Despatch Operatives Yetminster - (OTE £15.75 P/H!)

The Best Connection; South Somerset; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking Despatch Operatives, Packing Operatives, and Abattoir Operatives for a full-time position in Yeovil. Ideal candidates will receive full training regardless of experience and work within a supportive team handling raw meat products. The role offers excellent earning potential with pay rates starting at £12.21 per hour and a weekly performance bonus, along with consistent Monday to Friday hours and various workplace benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Subsidised staff canteen

28 days paid annual leave

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• No experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to handle raw meat products is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work within the meat production industry.
• Manage raw meat handling in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

Despatch Operatives, Packing Operatives & Abattoir Operatives – Full Time

We are recruiting for a variety of roles with a well-established employer in the Yeovil / Yetminster (DT9) area. Whether you are experienced or completely new to the industry, full training is provided across all positions.

Available Positions

• Packing Operatives
• Unskilled Butchers
• Abattoir Operatives
• Despatch Operative

Location

Yetminster – Somerset – DT9

Role Overview

These roles involve working within the meat production industry, where all staff will be required to handle raw meat products. You will be joining a fast‑paced, supportive environment with excellent opportunities to boost your earnings. This site offers a weekly performance bonus (piece rate), offering fantastic earning potential – with on‑target earnings of up to £15.75 per hour across a 48‑hour week.

Pay Rates

• Packing Operative: £12.21 + weekly bonus
• Unskilled Butcher: £12.21 + weekly bonus
• Abattoir Operative: £12.67 + weekly bonus
• Despatch Operative: £12.21 + weekly bonus

Working Hours

Monday – Friday

• Packing Operative: 06:30 – 17:00
• Unskilled Butcher: 06:30 – 17:00
• Abattoir Operative: 07:00 – 17:00

Rotational rest days included.

Workplace Benefits

• Free on‑site parking
• Subsidised staff canteen (hot meals & snacks available)
• Prayer room on site
• Consistent Monday‑Friday working schedule

Additional Agency Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Online payslips
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro‑rata, including statutory)
• Pension contributions
• Long‑term, short‑term, weekend and odd‑day shifts available
• Flexible shift patterns
• Potential permanent positions following successful trial
• Ongoing assignments throughout 2025/2026
• Hourly rate not age‑dependent

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