Freezer - Warehouse Operative - Erith

Ocado Logistics; Erith; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced digital GP service

Pay advances up to 50% of earned pay

15% off Ocado.com

Up to 7% pension matching

On-site restaurant & parking

Car-share scheme

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is seeking a Freezer Warehouse Operative for our Erith site, working in a fast-paced freezer environment as temperatures drop to -25°C. Full thermal clothing is provided to keep you warm during shifts.

You’ll join a close-knit team, with four shifts across a seven-day roster. Day shifts 06:00–15:00, nights 18:00–06:00, and extra earnings through shift premiums and a performance-based incentive scheme.

Qualifications

• Skills can be taught; positive attitude encouraged.
• Must be 18+ years old.
• Must be able to handle meat and alcohol.
• Must be comfortable in temperatures down to -25°C with full thermal clothing provided.
• Must be able to travel to the site reliably.
• Must understand health and safety briefings and operational instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack frozen products into totes with care and accuracy to ensure orders are prepared correctly and on time.
• Work four shifts in every seven days, with shifts across days and nights as rostered.
• Adhere to safety and operational instructions and follow training provided.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Teamwork

Health & Safety awareness

Cold environment tolerance

Job description

Freezer Warehouse Operative - Erith

As a Freezer Warehouse Operative with Ocado Logistics, you’ll join a specialist team working in a fast-paced freezer environment, where temperatures can be as low as -25°C.

Your safety and comfort come first, so we’ll provide full thermal protective clothing to help keep you warm throughout your shift.

If you enjoy an active role, working as part of a close-knit team and don’t mind a colder working environment, this is a great opportunity to join a vital part of our operation and make a real impact.

You’ll receive your work pattern up to 13 weeks in advance, giving you plenty of time to plan with family and friends.

What We’re Looking For

• New to warehousing? No problem. Skills can be taught. Bring your positive attitude and we’ll support you every step of the way.
• You must be 18 or over.
• You must be able to handle meat and alcohol.
• You must be comfortable working in temperatures as low as -25°C. Full thermal protective clothing will be provided.
• You must be able to travel to and from the site reliably for your scheduled shifts.
• For your safety and the safety of others, you must be able to understand and follow Health & Safety briefings and operational instructions.

Available Roles

You’ll work four shifts in every seven-day period. Your shifts will be spread across the full week and will include weekends as part of your roster.

Day Shift - 06:00 to 15:00 - 4 days per week as per roster

Night Shift - 18:00 to 06:00 - 4 nights per week as per roster

You’ll pick and pack frozen products into shopping totes with care and accuracy, helping to ensure customer orders are prepared correctly and on time.

What You’ll Receive

• Basic rate: £12.93 per hour
• Freezer premium: an additional £1.00 per hour
• Night-shift premium between midnight and 06:00: an additional £2.67 per hour
• Overtime paid at 1.25x the basic rate

You can also increase your earnings through our performance-based incentive scheme, where higher performers can receive additional hourly premiums.

Benefits

• Enhanced digital GP service for you and your dependants
• Access to up to 50% of earned pay before payday for four-weekly paid colleagues
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts, including 15% off Ocado.com
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
• On-site restaurant and plenty of parking
• Established car-share commuting scheme

Career Progression

If you’re looking to build a long-term career, there are plenty of opportunities to grow with us. In fact, 87% of our salaried roles are filled internally, demonstrating our commitment to developing our colleagues.

About Ocado Logistics

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side, supporting the amazing communities we serve. We’re all in it together, not afraid to roll up our sleeves, robots included, and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life, with different stories and experiences.

We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. Whatever your background, experience or story, you’ll find a place to belong at Ocado Logistics.