Night Shift Warehouse Operative – Fast, Physical, Impactful

Smiths News; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Health Cash Plan

5% pension match

25 days holiday

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work

Colleague Assistance Programme

Colleague referral scheme

Job summary

Smiths News is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative in Cambourne, UK. This night‑shift role involves sorting, packing and returning newspapers and magazines, with a focus on accuracy and speed. You’ll handle labelling and packing, unload deliveries, and assist with loading to keep retailers satisfied.

The job is physically demanding, requires the ability to lift heavy items, and includes driving a 3.5 tonne van when needed. Immediate starts available with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to lift and move heavy items.
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment

Responsibilities

• Sort, pack and return newspapers and magazines with precision and speed.
• Label, sort and pack parcels to ensure safe delivery
• Unload deliveries and prepare bundles for the next leg of the journey
• Load and unload items and drive a 3.5 tonne delivery van when required
• Ensure parcels reach retailers on time and in good condition

Skills

Physical strength

Communication skills

Organised/accuracy

Job description

Smiths News is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative in Cambourne, UK. This night‑shift role involves sorting, packing and returning newspapers and magazines, with a focus on accuracy and speed. You’ll handle labelling and packing, unload deliveries, and assist with loading to keep retailers satisfied.

The job is physically demanding, requires the ability to lift heavy items, and includes driving a 3.5 tonne van when needed. Immediate starts available with a competitive hourly rate.