Despatch Operator: Fast-Paced, Detail‑Driven

Hunter Douglas Retail Uk Limited; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Douglas Retail Uk Limited in Wollaton is seeking a Despatch Operative to support our Glaisdale site on a 6-month fixed term contract. You will sort items by date, load and unload vehicles, and prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and care throughout the process.

This is a hands-on, on-site role that rewards reliability, initiative, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be comfortable working independently or with colleagues to hit daily targets while maintaining quality and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, despatch, or similar environment is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good communication with colleagues and team leaders.
• Basic IT knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organise products by date to ensure correct stock rotation.
• Safely load and unload vehicles, handling all products with care.
• Prepare goods for dispatch with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Work with teammates and other departments to meet daily targets.
• Carry out basic stock checks and ensure product integrity.
• Use basic IT systems to support despatch processes.
• Take ownership of tasks and escalate issues when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Initiative

Tools

Basic IT systems

Job description

Hunter Douglas Retail Uk Limited in Wollaton is seeking a Despatch Operative to support our Glaisdale site on a 6-month fixed term contract. You will sort items by date, load and unload vehicles, and prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and care throughout the process.

This is a hands-on, on-site role that rewards reliability, initiative, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be comfortable working independently or with colleagues to hit daily targets while maintaining quality and