Stores Warehouse Operative - 12 month FTC

National Composites Centre; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.5% employer pension contribution

Private medical cover

Progression opportunities

University of Bristol honorary staff

Job summary

National Composites Centre is seeking a proactive Stores Warehouse Operative (12 month FTC) in Emerson’s Green, Bristol. The role involves unloading, stock control, dispatch, and daily van travels to NCC sites. A Forklift B1 licence and full driving licence are essential, with on-site duties and a salary of £26,500–£30,610 per year.

Applicants should be organised, reliable and able to work well in a fast-paced engineering environment. Closing date: 1st October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations, ideally in manufacturing or logistics stores.
• Forklift Licence B1 minimum.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Organised, methodical and able to work without supervision.
• Reliable, punctual and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and allocate warehouse space.
• Coordinate forklift movements and store goods safely.
• Maintain stock control and replenish consumables.
• Prepare dispatch of outgoing goods with paperwork.
• Support logistics, including courier arrangements and van driving.
• Carry out 5S activities to keep stores tidy and compliant.
• Travel to other NCC sites daily to transfer materials.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Forklift B1

Driving licence

Organisation

Punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Stores Warehouse Operative 12 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Salary: £26,500 - £30,610 Depending on experience + benefits

Location: On-site, Emerson’s Green, Bristol

Full UK driving license required. Must be over 21 years of age to be eligible for insurance purposes to drive the company van as a requisite of the role.

Join us at NCC and play a key role in supporting world‑leading engineering and manufacturing projects. We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Stores Warehouse Operative to help keep our operations running smoothly by ensuring the efficient

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong experience in stores, logistics or engineering environments who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, hands‑on role. The candidate will be reliable, hardworking and energetic.

About the role

As our Warehouse Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the Stores warehouses and associated areas. This will include movement and issuing of materials, tooling and consumables across NCC HQ, maintain the yard, and self‑service areas, Goods in/Out, picking as well as safety and cleanliness.

You will also play a vital role in lifting and handling equipment control, dispatch activities, logistics support and maintaining a safe, organised and compliant working environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Unloading deliveries, allocating warehouse space and informing recipients.
• Coordinating forklift movements and storing goods safely in accordance with NCC procedures
• Maintaining stock control, replenishing consumables, recording usage and low stock requirements with the Stores Manager
• Preparing and completing dispatch of outgoing goods, including packaging, paperwork and loading
• Supporting logistics, including courier arrangements and van‑driving to support business needs
• Carrying out regular 5S activities to ensure stores and wider HQ areas remain clean, organised and compliant
• Working collaboratively with project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient and timely material flow
• Travel to our other sites daily transferring materials in the company van.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in warehouse operations ideally in a manufacturing or logistics stores environment.
• Forklift Licence B1 as a minimum
• Full clean driving licence
• Be organised and work methodically and without supervision
• Punctual, strong team player with an attention to detail
• Computer literate

You’ll also be someone who:

• Takes initiative and is comfortable navigating non‑routine or uncertain situations
• Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues and customers
• Builds trust by completing tasks accurately and on time
• Supports others across the stores function, contributing to continuous improvement
• Is confident recognising safety risks, understanding COSHH considerations and supporting improvements in safe working practices
• Is proactive in maintaining high standards of housekeeping, compliance and quality

See full job description for more information.

Why NCC?

As part of NCC, you’ll be helping to deliver cutting‑edge innovation that impacts the future of UK manufacturing. We offer a collaborative working environment, opportunities to develop new skills, and a culture that values safety, integrity and teamwork.

Closing date for applications

23:59 Thursday 1st October 2026 Please don't wait for the closing deadline if you are interested in this role as we retain the right to close the applications process early depending on the volume of candidates applying.

What we offer in return

• 12.5% employer pension contribution
• Private medical cover
• Support to keep learning and progressing
• University of Bristol honorary staff status