PF - Warehouse Operative - Gatwick

Reed Talent Solutions; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is looking for flexible temporary Warehouse Operatives to join their team at Parcelforce. You will load and unload parcels, operate sorting equipment, and handle a dynamic workload. Competitive pay rates are offered, starting at £12.21 for day shifts, with increases based on service duration. Ideal candidates are motivated, physically fit, and ready to work in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Comfortable lifting 30kg and pushing loads up to 250kg with assistance.
• No previous experience required, but helpful if worked in similar environments.
• Ready to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading parcels from trailers.
• Operating mechanised parcel sorting equipment.
• Sorting up to 40,000 items during a single shift.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference and be part of a team that helps deliver for the nation?

Angard Staffing is looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join us as flexible (temporary) Warehouse Operatives with Parcelforce.

Whether you're looking for a new challenge or want to be part of a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Apply

• Dynamic Work Environment: No two days are the same.
• Historic Service: Be part of a service that connects people and businesses every day.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive rates and the flexibility to fit work around your lifestyle.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Operative, you’ll be a key part of the parcel journey:

• Loading and unloading parcels from trailers
• Moving parcels through the warehouse safely and efficiently
• Operating mechanised parcel sorting equipment
• Sorting up to 40,000 items with your team during a single shift
• Ensuring every parcel – big or small – is handled with care and reaches its destination on time

What We’re Looking For

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds – no previous experience is required, but it’s a bonus if you’ve worked in similar environments.

Our ideal candidate:

• Is flexible and comfortable switching between tasks
• Can lift parcels up to 30kg and push loads up to 250kg (with assistance for heavier items)
• Is physically fit and able to manage long shifts on their feet
• Is motivated, reliable, and ready to work as part of a team

Payrates & Shifts

The pay rates apply for warehouse roles at Parcelforce sites. The rates displayed are payable for your shift where the shift description criteria is met. Rates could be subject to change during busy periods, Angard Staffing will communicate any change to your pay rates in advance.

0-12 Weeks service

• Mon – Sat Days (06:00 – 22:00): £12.21
• Mon – Sat Nights (22:00 – 06:00): £14.73
• Bank Holiday (All Day): £14.73

13-26 Weeks service

• Mon – Sat Days (06:00 – 22:00): £12.69
• Mon – Sat Nights (22:00 – 06:00): £15.35
• Bank Holiday (All Day): £26.81

27 Weeks service onwards

• Mon – Sat Days (06:00 – 22:00): £13.94
• Mon – Sat Nights (22:00 – 06:00): £16.60
• Bank Holiday (All Day): £26.81