Warehouse Operative

UBT; Antrim; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start time

Opportunity for progression as the company grows

Job summary

A family-owned wholesaler based in Antrim is seeking a Warehouse Operative to manage daily operations independently. The role involves picking, packing, and managing goods in and out, ensuring organizational and operational efficiency. Essential skills include strong attention to detail, a valid forklift license, and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude. The position offers a salary range of £25,000 - £30,000 with a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• Ability to pick, pack, and prepare customer orders.
• Competence in creating courier labels and dispatching orders.
• Experience in unloading and checking supplier deliveries.
• Skills in maintaining accurate stock locations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of goods in and goods out in the warehouse.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of the warehouse.
• Assist with stock checks and meet KPI targets.
• Manage paperwork and perform warehouse admin tasks.

Skills

Friendly and positive attitude

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage workload independently

Comfort with manual work

Ability to meet deadlines and KPIs

IT Literacy with warehouse management systems

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Job description

Our client is a family‑owned and managed wholesaler of hardware, farm and garden supplies based in Antrim. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a friendly, efficient and reliable Warehouse Operative to join their small and happy team.

This is a sole‑charge warehouse position. You will be the only person working in the warehouse on a daily basis, so confidence, self‑motivation and the ability to work independently are essential. While you'll be fully supported by management, you must be comfortable managing the warehouse operation on your own.

As the company continues to grow, further opportunities may arise within the business.

The Role

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the warehouse, taking ownership of goods in, goods out, and maintaining high standards of organisation and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Goods Out

• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders
• Create courier labels and dispatch orders
• Load goods onto courier delivery vehicles

Goods In

• Receive, unload, unpack and check supplier deliveries
• Put stock away accurately in designated locations

General Duties

• Maintain accurate and tidy stock locations
• Keep the warehouse clean, safe and organised at all times
• Assist with stock checks and KPI targets set by management
• Take full responsibility for the daily running of the warehouse
• Assist with the paperwork and some warehouse admin tasks

Requirements

This role would suit someone who thrives working independently and takes pride in maintaining an organised, efficient workspace.

Essential

• Friendly, positive, can‑do attitude
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage workload independently
• Comfortable with manual work and heavy lifting
• Ability to work quickly and accurately
• Ability to meet deadlines and KPIs
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (Must have)
• IT Literate with Warehouse management systems and stock systems

Personal Qualities they Value

• Honesty and integrity
• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to go the extra mile for customers and colleagues
• Good time management
• A tidy and methodical approach
• A personality and sense of humour (a deal‑breaker!)

Benefits

• Monday‑Friday 8am‑5pm (Can be flexible on start time)
• Salary £25,000‑ £30,000
• Opportunity to progress as the company grows