MHE Warehouse Operatives

Bleckmann; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Retail discounts

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Client discounts

On-site parking

Canteen

On-site gym

Job summary

Bleckmann is hiring for a permanent, full-time Warehouse Operative to support our Leicestershire distribution centre. The role involves handling stock from receipt to dispatch, operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and maintaining safe working practices.

Shift patterns are 4 on, 4 off (06:00–18:00 and 18:00–06:00) with a £15.28 hourly rate and an annual £3,900 shift allowance. You’ll join a dynamic team focused on efficiency, safety, and quality, with competitive benefits and

Qualifications

• Valid MHE licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and distribution centre processes.
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices within a warehouse environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours and changing workloads.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to take personal responsibility and ownership of tasks.
• Proactive approach to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out warehouse duties in line with operational requirements and training received.
• Support the movement of stock through the distribution centre from goods receipt to dispatch.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.
• Operate MHE safely and efficiently in line with site procedures.
• Complete all required MHE activities in accordance with company policies and safe systems of work.
• Conduct pre-use checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Promote a positive Health & Safety culture across the site.

Skills

MHE licence

Warehouse operations

Health and safety

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Attention to detail

Ownership

Proactive safety

Job description

Ready to Join the Backstage Crew?

At Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes — from moving boxes to moving data, from pack & ship to IT and HR.

But we’re not just logistics experts. We’re The Backstage Crew — a tight-knit team of 6,500+ people who make fashion and lifestyle brands shine by doing the work that matters most, out of the spotlight but never out of impact.

Whether you're on the warehouse floor or behind a screen, you’ll find:

• Strong connections with colleagues who support and celebrate you.

• Fast growth in a company that’s expanding across Europe, the US, and Asia.

• High energy in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

• Guided freedom to take initiative, solve problems your way, and grow your career.

We believe in entrepreneurship, expertise, excellence, and engagement — and we live these values every day. From repairing returned goods to reducing waste, we help brands extend product lifecycles with sustainability in mind.

So if you’re ready to roll out the red carpet for our clients — and for each other — we’ve got a spot for you.

Behind the scenes is where the real excitement begins. Ready to join us?

This is a permanent, full-time position working 4on 4off, covering the hours of 06:00 - 18:00 and 18:00 - 06:00, rotating each week with flexibility required during peak periods. The role offers £15.28 per hour, depending on skills and experience, plus an additional shift allowance of £3,900 annually

Main Purpose of the Role

The successful candidate will undertake a range of warehouse duties, as trained, supporting the efficient flow of stock through the distribution centre from receipt through to dispatch. In addition, the role will be responsible for carrying out MHE duties, supporting safe working practices, and ensuring compliance with site health and safety standards.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Warehouse Operations

• Carry out warehouse duties in line with operational requirements and training received.

• Support the movement of stock through the distribution centre from goods receipt to dispatch.

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.

MHE Duties

• Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safely and efficiently in line with site procedures.

• Complete all required MHE activities in accordance with company policies and safe systems of work.

• Conduct pre-use checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements promptly.

• Support the safe movement, storage, replenishment, and dispatch of stock.

• Follow established risk assessments and safe working practices when operating MHE.

• Maintain a safe working environment by identifying hazards and reporting potential risks.

• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health and safety regulations.

• Assist with investigations relating to MHE incidents or near misses when required.

• Promote a positive Health & Safety culture across the site.

• Maintain required competency levels and participate in refresher training as required.

Profile:

• Valid MHE licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent).

• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and distribution centre processes.

• Good knowledge of health and safety practices within a warehouse environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Flexible approach to working hours and changing workloads.

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to take personal responsibility and ownership of tasks.

• Proactive approach to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

What do we offer ?

Our people are at the heart of what we do. They are critical to our clients’ successes and without a doubt, to our success also. This is why we offer a range of benefits including:

• Competitive salary

• 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays

• Life insurance

• Competitive pension scheme

• Retail and Various Discounts via a Benefits Platform

• Health and Wellbeing initiatives (EAP, OH, Wellbeing hub via a benefits platform)

• Social Events

• Exclusive Client Discounts

• On site parking

• Hot food canteen

• On site Gym

Additional information:

We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization where we are committed to employee development and recognizing the successes of our teams. We are proud of our accreditations including Healthy Workplaces Leicestershire and we are Disability Confident Committed as part of the Disability Confident Scheme and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

At Bleckmann, we are guided by our values: We take a parachute and jump (Entrepreneurship), we unpack our knowledge (Expertise), we raise the bar with every box (Excellence), and we spark energy that connects (Engagement).