Lead Warehouse Operative

Pin Point Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Lead Warehouse Operative for a thriving warehouse environment in Earls Colne. The role includes supervising operatives, ensuring compliance in order processing, and promoting Health & Safety standards. Candidates must have leadership experience and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Proven leadership experience in a similar supervisory role.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support warehouse operatives for efficient order fulfilment.
• Ensure timely and compliant processing of all orders.
• Promote and enforce Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Coordination

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Tools

Forklift Truck Licence

Job description

Monday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (40 hours per week)

Driving licence and own transport essential due to site location

Pin Point Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Lead Warehouse Operative on behalf of our client, a well-established and fast-growing organisation based in Earls Colne. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and driven individual looking to take the next step in their career within a thriving warehouse environment.

Lead Warehouse Operative Job Role:

Supervise and support warehouse operatives to ensure efficient order fulfilment

Ensure all orders are processed in a timely and compliant manner

Act as the first point of contact for team members, escalating issues to senior management when needed

Promote and enforce Health & Safety standards at all times

Monitor and report on employee performance and progress against targets

Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the warehouse

Accurately pick and pack customer orders

Oversee container loading and unloading

Operate a forklift truck (where applicable) to move and store palletised stock

Placing pallets into racking

Replenishing stock locations

Loading/unloading containers

Lead Warehouse Operative Skills Required:

Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment

Proven leadership experience in a similar supervisory role

Strong communication and team coordination skills

Good working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Valid Forklift Truck Licence (desirable)

Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential due to site location)