Dispatch Operatives - Bridgwater

The Best Connection; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Bridgwater is seeking Day Dispatch Operatives for a full-time position. The role is physically demanding, requiring reliability and teamwork to manage heavy trolleys in a chilled warehouse environment. In exchange, employees receive competitive pay rates and benefits including weekly pay, paid training, and potential for permanent employment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Online payslips

28 days paid annual leave

Pension contribution

Fully paid training

PPE provided

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a chilled environment (approx. 4°C).
• Able to manoeuvre heavy trolleys safely.
• Previous warehouse or dispatch experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Move trolleys of milk and dairy products safely throughout the site.
• Work in a physically demanding role.
• Ensure reliability and punctuality in team settings.

Skills

Physically fit

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Day Dispatch Operatives - Bridgwater (£12.37 per hour) Excellent POST AWR Rates

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Job Type: Full-time, ongoing with potential for permanent employment

About the Role

We're currently recruiting Day Dispatch Operatives to join a well-established and prestigious employer in Bridgwater. This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals looking for a long-term position with excellent progression opportunities. You'll be working in a chilled warehouse environment (around 4°C), helping to move trolleys of milk and dairy products safely and efficiently throughout the site. The role is physically demanding, so a good level of fitness and a proactive attitude are essential.

Shift Schedule

• 14:00 - 22:30 or 06:00 - 14:30
• 5 out of 7 days per week
• Regular weekend work required
• Frequent overtime opportunities available
• Weekend and Bank Holiday enhancements apply after 12 weeks of work.

Pay Rates

• £12.37ph Days Pre & Post AWR Basic hours
• £18.56ph Days Pre & Post AWR Overtime hours after 40hrs
• £15.22ph Nights Pre & Post AWR Basic hours
• £21.41ph Nights Pre & Post AWR Overtime hours after 40hrsPost AWR Rate enhancements
• £15.46 - £18.31ph Saturdays Post AWR
• £18.56 - £21.41ph Sundays Post AWR
• £24.74 - £27.59ph Bank Holidays Post AWR

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Online payslips for convenience
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Pension contribution
• Fully paid training provided
• PPE supplied at no cost (including high-visibility jacket and safety boots)
• Choice of flexible working arrangements - long-term, short-term, or ad-hoc shifts
• Ongoing assignments available throughout 2025/2026
• Potential for a permanent position following a successful trial period

Requirements

• Physically fit and comfortable working in a chilled environment (approx. 4°C)
• Ability to manoeuvre heavy trolleys safely
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Previous warehouse or dispatch experience is beneficial but not essential