Material Handler

Holt Engineering; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering is currently working with an established aerospace company in Southend to recruit a Material Handler. You will move, load and unload materials within the warehouse and storage facility, using appropriate handling equipment to support smooth operations.

This full-time role runs 8:00–16:00, Monday to Friday, with pay between £12.71 and £13 per hour. The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, is safety-conscious and able to work under supervision as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or material handling role.
• Familiarity with material handling equipment and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and established processes.
• Organised, reliable and detail-oriented.
• Commitment to health and safety.
• Willingness to work under supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading materials within the warehouse and storage facility.
• Moving materials to and from aircraft, vehicles and designated storage areas.
• Operating material handling equipment, including hand trucks, forklifts, hoists and conveyors, where trained and authorised.
• Ensuring materials are handled, stored and transported safely and efficiently.
• Following instructions, established procedures and workplace guidelines.
• Supporting the warehouse team with day-to-day material handling duties.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Material handling

Health and safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Holt Engineering is currently working with an established aerospace company that is looking for a Material Handler to join their team in Southend.

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for moving, loading and unloading materials throughout the warehouse and storage facility, ensuring materials are handled safely and efficiently. You will support the smooth running of operations by moving materials to and from storage areas, vehicles and production locations using appropriate handling equipment.

This a full time role working 8:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday

Paying £12.71 - £13ph

Key Responsibilities for the Material Handler:

• Loading and unloading materials within the warehouse and storage facility.
• Moving materials to and from aircraft, vehicles and designated storage areas.
• Operating material handling equipment, including hand trucks, forklifts, hoists and conveyors, where trained and authorised.
• Ensuring materials are handled, stored and transported safely and efficiently.
• Following instructions, established procedures and workplace guidelines.
• Supporting the warehouse team with day-to-day material handling duties.

Requirements for the Material Handler:

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience is Essential.
• Familiarity with material handling equipment and warehouse procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and established processes accurately.
• A reliable, organised approach with good attention to detail.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• A willingness to work under supervision and as part of a team

If you are successful for this role you will need to undergo a drug screening and Right to Work check.

If you have previous warehouse or materials handling experience and are looking to join a company within the aerospace industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you