Lead Warehouse Operative

Pertemps Solihull; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm progression

Job summary

Pertemps Solihull is seeking a Lead Warehouse Operative to oversee daily operations at a busy Solihull distribution facility. You will coordinate picking for deliveries, assist drivers with loading and unloading, and uphold stock control and health and safety standards. This full-time, temp-to-perm role offers £13.50 to £14.50 per hour, Monday to Friday, day shift, with progression opportunities. We are recruiting for a reliable and motivated lead, in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in a warehouse or storage setting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, proactive and self-motivated.
• Experience with stock control, picking and goods-in/goods-out processes.
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a physically demanding environment.
• Flexible and willing to undertake varied tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick goods for scheduled deliveries and collections.
• Support daily warehouse operations and maintain stock accuracy.
• Assist drivers with loading and unloading goods.
• Maintain health and safety standards across the team.
• Keep the warehouse organised to meet deadlines.
• Carry out forklift checks where applicable and report issues.
• Support stocktakes and ensure timely counts.
• Collaborate with colleagues and drivers to meet operational needs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Reliability

Stock control

Health and safety

Forklift experience

Job description

Reporting to site management, the Lead Warehouse Operative will oversee daily operations at a busy distribution facility in Solihull.

Working Monday to Friday on day shifts, the successful candidate coordinates picking for scheduled deliveries and collections, assists drivers with loading and unloading, and upholds stringent stock control and health and safety standards.

Strong organisational ability and proven team leadership are essential, alongside accuracy and reliability.

This full-time, temporary position offers £13.50 to £14 per hour with genuine temp-to-perm progression for someone who leads by example.

Previous supervisory experience within a logistics or storage setting is expected, together with a solid grasp of inventory procedures and workplace compliance.

Lead Warehouse Operative Location: Solihull Pay Rate: £13.50–£14.50 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday, day shift Contract Type: Temp to Perm

We are recruiting for a reliable and motivated Lead Warehouse Operative to join our team in Solihull.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional with strong organisational skills and the ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

You will support daily warehouse operations, ensure accurate picking for scheduled deliveries and collections, assist drivers and maintain high standards of stock control, organisation and health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately pick goods for scheduled deliveries and collections.
• Support the smooth running of daily warehouse operations.
• Load and unload vans, ensuring efficient goods-in and goods-out processes.
• Follow internal procedures and promptly report any issues.
• Maintain an organised warehouse to meet operational demands.
• Carry out basic forklift maintenance checks in line with company procedures, where applicable.
• Keep the warehouse and front counter clean, tidy and safe.
• Support stocktakes, ensuring accurate counts and meeting deadlines.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed by all team members.
• Prioritise workloads and meet operational deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and drivers.

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous warehouse experience, ideally in a senior or lead role.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Reliable, self-motivated and proactive.
• Experience with stock control, picking and goods-in/goods-out processes.
• Understanding of warehouse health and safety.
• Ability to work under pressure in a physically demanding environment.
• Flexible approach and willingness to undertake varied tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Forklift experience or certification would be advantageous, where applicable.

What's on Offer?

• £13.50–£14.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday, day shift
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• A key role within a busy warehouse operation